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Jacobson, William H.; Ehresman, Paul – Journal of Visual Impairment and Blindness, 1983
Four blind adults were observed to determine the extent of the natural movement of their centers of gravity in relation to arc height during the two-point touch technique for long cane travel. The Ss learned and practiced a modified technique using their center of gravity as much as possible. (Author)
Descriptors: Adults, Blindness, Sensory Aids, Travel Training

Kay, Leslie; Jacobson, William H. – Journal of Visual Impairment and Blindness, 1980
Two articles discuss the compatibility of the Sonicguide, long cane, and guide dogs in increasing the mobility of visually impaired individuals. (PHR)
Descriptors: Blindness, Mobility Aids, Opinions, Travel Training
Jacobson, William H. – Journal of Visual Impairment & Blindness, 2005
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock (UALR) has offered a personnel preparation program in orientation and mobility (O&M) since 1975. Since that time, nearly 400 individuals from the United States and numerous foreign countries have either received degrees or have become eligible for national U.S. certification in O&M. However, it…
Descriptors: Travel Training, Visually Impaired Mobility, Visual Impairments, Online Courses

Jacobson, William H.; Smith, Tom E. C. – Journal of Visual Impairment and Blindness, 1983
Owners of laser canes and Sonicguides were surveyed to determine whether these devices were used in employment settings. Of the 94 respondents, 74 were still using their electronic travel aids: 36 percent used the devices to travel to and from work, and 49 percent used them on the job. (SEW)
Descriptors: Adaptive Behavior (of Disabled), Attitudes, Echolocation, Electromechanical Aids