… and Windows were bitter medicine on the tongues of people who were blind or visually impaired whose employment … alerts built in to applications to signal individuals with dyslexia, attention deficit, or other cognitive … has severe disabilities. Ironically, however, despite personal experience, McIntire didn't initially set out to …
AccessWorld May 2003
… of Labor Statistics, the unemployment rate for people with moderate to severe vision loss can be upwards of 70 … either completely inaccessible or overly difficult for a person who is blind or visually impaired to use. This is … barriers they encounter; and their preferred methods for interacting with MDCs. The survey was launched in October …
AccessWorld July 2012
… iPad, and the option of using these devices in conjunction with refreshable braille displays or Bluetooth QWERTY … displays are given, as are keystroke command lists for interacting with VoiceOver or Zoom. Using an Apple device … of the book usually, but not always, takes first-person plural ("we") even though only one author is listed. …
AccessWorld July 2013
… AFB Awards Scholarships to 11 Outstanding Students with Vision Loss The American Foundation for the Blind (AFB) … awarded its 2015 scholarships to 11 outstanding students who are blind or visually impaired and who are pursuing … student in the field of rehabilitation or education of persons who are blind or visually impaired. Jessica G. …
AccessWorld July 2015
… myself alone inside the highly fortified research center with the knowledge that I must find my way into the … I encounter mutants that try to kill me, crazed scientists who try to steal my gear, tools and weapons that can help me … delivering a real-time action audio game featuring a first-person shooter, joystick support, a cheat code, nine levels, …
AccessWorld March 2006
… refresh its many layers of content to provide job seekers with vision loss even more information and resources. This … a database of successfully employed people with vision loss who could give advice on employment and technology. The … a profession, field, or work environment not suited to your personality, values, or lifestyle Going for jobs where the …
AccessWorld October 2013
… in the business of empowering men, women, and young people with vision loss through the teaching of digital and access … Demo Center. Service Context In New York state, adults who are legally blind are typically introduced to access … have accessibility features built in, the majority of personnel who sell these products are not well-versed in …
AccessWorld July 2012
… Children are fascinated with braille, and it can be a useful tool in helping sighted students understand and connect with their peers who are blind. The following games, projects, and activities … a braille letter on the chalkboard. Children consult their personal braille alphabet page and then place marker on the …
… in selecting assistive technology products for people who are visually impaired has long been the difficulty in … attend a technology conference. The annual Technology and Persons with Disabilities conference, hosted by the California State …
AccessWorld July 2002
… needs of the tech industry – and millions of people living with disabilities – through a unique combination of hands-on … at the American Foundation for the Blind. Read Transcript Who We Are Demand for inclusive digital products is rising, … as they demonstrate competency in key skill areas, reach personal or program milestones, or contribute to the ongoing …