ERIC Number: EJ981941
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2012-Apr
Pages: 5
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A Seamless Approach to Transitioning Cane Skills from the Diagonal to the Two-Point Touch Technique
Penrod, William M.
Journal of Visual Impairment & Blindness, v106 n4 p235-239 Apr 2012
The profession of orientation and mobility (O&M) is replete with literature describing specific cane techniques, strategies for teaching O&M to specific populations and age groups, rationales, and appropriate settings. These strategies and techniques are also addressed in many university preparation programs. In this article, the author discusses a seamless approach to transitioning cane skills from the diagonal to the two-point touch technique. The diagonal technique is usually the first independent cane technique that is taught to students. This technique is easy to teach, easy to learn, and infinitely functional for familiar indoor environments where there is no danger of drop-offs or stairs, and may used to make the transition easily and seamlessly to the two-point touch technique.
Descriptors: Visually Impaired Mobility, Blindness, Assistive Technology, Travel Training, Teaching Methods
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
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Language: English
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