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Peer reviewedJacobson, 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
Peer reviewedKitzhoffer, Gerald J. – Journal of Visual Impairment and Blindness, 1983
Use of the Sonicguide, a binaural sensory aid, by a quadraplegic, totally blind 18-year-old student is described. The rationale for training, device adaptations, and the eventual use of the device as a primary mobility aid in areas familiar to the student are explained. (Author/MC)
Descriptors: Multiple Disabilities, Postsecondary Education, Sensory Aids, Travel Training
Peer reviewedJacobson, 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
