scholarly journals Visualization without Vision – How Blind and Visually Impaired Students and Researchers Engage with Molecular Structures

2020 ◽  
Vol 23 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-21
Author(s):  
Croix J. Laconsay ◽  
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Henry B. Wedler ◽  
Dean J. Tantillo ◽  
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...  
Keyword(s):  
Visually Impaired ◽  
Chemistry Education ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Molecular Structures ◽  
Three Dimensional Objects ◽  
Blind And Visually Impaired ◽  
Science Technology ◽  
Visually Impaired Students ◽  
And Mathematics ◽  
Tools And Techniques

This article examines the tools and techniques currently available that enable blind and visually impaired (BVI) individuals to visualize three-dimensional objects used in learning chemistry concepts. How BVI individuals engage with and visualize molecular structure is discussed and recent tactile (or haptic) and auditory methods for visualization of various chemistry concepts are summarized. Remaining challenges for chemistry education researchers are described with the aim of highlighting the potential value of educational research in further enabling BVI students to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields.

Strategies and Technology Aids for Teaching Science to Blind and Visually Impaired Students

2020 ◽  
pp. 26-37 ◽  
Author(s):  
Cristina Gehibie Reynaga-Peña ◽  
Carolina del Carmen López-Suero
Keyword(s):  
Visually Impaired ◽  
Universal Design For Learning ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Teaching Resources ◽  
Blind And Visually Impaired ◽  
Inclusive Learning ◽  
Design For Learning ◽  
Science Laboratories ◽  
Technology Aids ◽  
Visually Impaired Students

This chapter aims to provide a panorama of suitable teaching resources and strategies for science education of blind and visually impaired students. Although it is not a thorough review, its intention is to provide examples of what is possible to do specifically for experimental sciences (Biology, Chemistry, and Physics). The authors will also present the foundations for designing inclusive learning materials based on the user-centered design and universal design for learning (UDL) frameworks, using as example the development of technology-based tactile three-dimensional prototypes for teaching biology. An example of low-technology adaptations for making accessible instruments for the chemistry lab, using recycled materials will also be described, as well as adaptations for laboratory safety. Finally, there is also a section elaborating on the educational strategy to create inclusive and engaging environments in science laboratories.

scholarly journals Strategies of planning online scientific projects for blind and visually impaired students

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (4) ◽  
pp. 35-44
Author(s):  
Ekaterina A. Gradaleva ◽  
Maria Houston
Keyword(s):  
Distance Learning ◽  
Visually Impaired ◽  
Low Vision ◽  
Learning Opportunities ◽  
Assistive Technologies ◽  
Blind And Visually Impaired ◽  
Audio Description ◽  
Visually Impaired People ◽  
Visually Impaired Students ◽  
Tools And Techniques

The paper describes distance learning opportunities for blind and visually impaired students. The research aims at analyzing various tools and techniques that are necessary for their participation in online scientific projects and conferences. Methodology includes analysis of pedagogical studies, the survey carried out during International Conference for Students at Samara State Technical University, examination of educational activities performed for blind and visually impaired students all over the world, in particular the experience of American Foundation for the Blind. The findings show that distance learning programmes for blind and visually impaired people are becoming popular in many countries, but in Russia there are only a few of them. The authors prove the necessity of doing research in this sphere. It is recommended that more distance learning opportunities are created for such students at Russian universities. The analysis shows that it is even easier to plan the inclusion of blind and visually impaired students in the online scientific events that are not new and have already been held for wider public. The authors conclude that it is essential to adapt the existing system of distance learning using special tools and techniques, which are described in the article. These are accessible platforms, software used with assistive technologies, keyboard controls, audio description, smartphone apps, etc. Special emphasis is laid upon planning webinars for blind and low vision participants. This research can serve as a guide for making online scientific events accessible for all people.

scholarly journals An Art History & Art Making Course for Blind Adults

2013 ◽  
Vol 33 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Street Thoma
Keyword(s):  
Art History ◽  
Visually Impaired ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Art Museum ◽  
Art Making ◽  
Blind And Visually Impaired ◽  
Audio Description ◽  
History Of ◽  
Visually Impaired Students ◽  
Philadelphia Museum Of Art

<p>The manager of the Philadelphia Museum of Arts accessible programs gives a history of the institution&rsquo;s services for people with disabilities, with particular attention to services for the blind and visually impaired.&nbsp; These include descriptive tours, touch tours, three-dimensional tactile interpretations of two-dimensional works, and a long standing art history and art making class for blind and visually impaired students, Form in Art.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;Key words:</p><p>Philadelphia Museum of Art, museum accessibility, touch tours, descriptive tours, audio description, blind artists, art education for the blind and visually impaired.&nbsp;</p>

TEACHING EFL TO BLIND AND VISUALLY IMPAIRED STUDENTS: AN OVERVIEW

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Julia Boltenkova ◽  
Alena Nevolina ◽  
Viktor Koksharov ◽  
Shengji Li ◽  
Tatiana Rasskazova ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Visually Impaired ◽  
Blind And Visually Impaired ◽  
Visually Impaired Students

Service Providers Assessment of the Career Development Needs of Blind and Visually Impaired Students and Rehabilitation Clients and the Resources Available to Meet those Needs

1985 ◽  
Vol 79 (10) ◽  
pp. 434-443
Author(s):  
Martha Bagley
Keyword(s):  
Career Development ◽  
Visually Impaired ◽  
Service Providers ◽  
Rehabilitation Counselors ◽  
School Teachers ◽  
Blind And Visually Impaired ◽  
Visually Impaired Students ◽  
Management Staff ◽  
Visually Impaired Persons ◽  
Development Tasks

The following study presents an overview of career development needs of blind and visually impaired individuals and discusses results of a 1983–84 survey of school teachers (grades K, 3, 6, 9 and 12), rehabilitation counselors, management staff of rehabilitation agencies and agency administrators that assessed career development needs of severely visually impaired persons and resources available to meet those needs. Individuals surveyed felt that their students or clients need greater accessibility to career development tasks, experiences, and resources, and that none of the resources listed in the survey are readily accessible now, and many are inaccessible. Four basic conclusions are discussed.

3D Literacy Aids Introduced in Classroom for Blind and Visually Impaired Students

10.5241/6-100 ◽  
2016 ◽  
Vol 6 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Jang Hee I ◽  
Rachel Ananda Harianto ◽  
Emily Chen ◽  
Yeon Soo Lim ◽  
Wonjin Jo ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Visually Impaired ◽  
Blind And Visually Impaired ◽  
Visually Impaired Students
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