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Peer reviewedBoone, Douglas; Boone, Christine – American Rehabilitation, 1997
The discovery-learning approach is being used with great success to teach blind persons orientation and mobility in rural environments. The problem-solving ability that accompanies this approach builds the self-confidence essential to independent travel. Discusses using a long cane, talking clock, and distance and environmental cues such as sun,…
Descriptors: Assistive Devices (for Disabled), Blindness, Discovery Learning, Mobility Aids
