An Evaluation of the Legibility and Meaningfulness of Potential Map Symbols.

Lambert, L. M.; Lederman, S. J.

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ERIC Number: EJ400771

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1989

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An Evaluation of the Legibility and Meaningfulness of Potential Map Symbols.

Lambert, L. M.; Lederman, S. J.

Journal of Visual Impairment and Blindness, v83 n8 p397-403 Oct 1989

Point and linear symbols that represent certain areas of building interiors are discussed in light of their reliability and discriminability if used on tactual maps. A set of "optimally sized" symbols were evaluated with 21 blind observers. (Author/DB)

Descriptors: Accessibility (for Disabled), Blindness, Discrimination Learning, Maps, Tactile Adaptation, Visual Impairments, Visually Handicapped Mobility

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Evaluative

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Audience: Researchers

Language: English

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