Join us as we share some tips that can help you manage the information your screen reading software (screen reader) provides from the chat while in online classes. Why It Matters Even if your school is holding in-person classes, we have reached a point at which Zoom is a fixture as a meeting space for […]
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Techniques for Travel When a person travels using their white cane, they have lots of techniques for learning a new environment and exploring their surroundings at their disposal. Asking questions of passersby such as clarifying which block a destination is on, asking what intersection one is standing at, or inquiring which building is next to […]
What is OCR? OCR stands for optical character recognition. OCR is a process by which a computer analyzes pictures and converts pictures of text (letters, numbers, etc.) into readable and editable text.Top 5 OCR options Convenient OCR Robobraille Seeing AI Voice Dream Scanner Juno Magnifier (from APH) Honorable mention: Be My AI Contact the Bridges […]
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Blind Welding
Below, we investigate resources for blind/low vision students interested in learning how to weld. Videos of blind individuals welding The first is a YouTube video from a gentleman in Great Britain, “Projects – a Blind Man learns Mig Welding!!!!” from The Blind Woodturner. Another resource is on Facebook: The Blind Guy Is Welding Again! The […]
Mobility International USA is a great organization that is dedicated to supporting blind/low vision individuals seeking to travel internationally. Mobility International USA Mobility International USA (MIUSA) has three main focus areas: Access the World, Women’s Leadership and Empowerment, and International Disability Rights and Advocacy. In this Transition Tip, we discuss the resources it provides with […]