[TAGS] preferences for tactile models versus maps?

[Cheryl Fogle-Hatch]

Thanks Matt. To answer your question, I'm asking about raised line
maps (2.5D) as compared to 3D models. The presentation you saw about
the RF ID chips fits a famaliar pattern--building needs to be fitted
with beacons of whatever tech, and then the user needs access to said
tech (usually a smartphone app).

On 3/31/22, Matthew Gesualdi <matt at tact-ed.org> wrote:
> Funny timing on that question though. Yesterday I was at a Smart Cities
> meeting near Denver and Mike Hess of the Blind Institute of Technology was
> one of the presenters. He was demonstrating his invention called EdgGuide.
>
> It's a navigation system using RFID chips placed in strategic locations in a
> building that could help guide someone through a museum or library. It only
> works if the building is set up for that technology.
>
> One of the things he said is that unless he can carry a tactile map with him
> throughout the building, a map seems useless. And even then, if you don't
> know where you are, a map can be hard to use.
>
> That being said, I'm someone who makes tactile objects so I'm biased toward
> making maps or models if they're useful.
>
>
> Matt Gesualdi
> Tact-Ed.org
>
> On Mar 31, 2022 3:00 AM, Cheryl Fogle-Hatch via TAGS <tags at nfbnet.org>
> wrote:
> Hello everyone.
>
> I was asked if blind people prefer tactile maps or tactile models when
> seeking information about navigating a building. I'm thinking this
> might be a personal preference, but I'm curious about different ideas.
> Does anyone know of research into this topic?
>
> Thanks in advance.
>
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Cheryl Fogle-Hatch, Ph.D.
Archaeologist and Museum Professional
(443) 939-8217
c.k.fogle at gmail.com
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