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Training Resources on Low Vision
Technology
Ike Presley American Foundation
for the Blind 100 Peachtree
Street, Suite 620 Atlanta, GA 30303
404-525-2303ipresley@afb.net
www.afb.org
Low Vision Technology
What is it? Any device Tool System Software, etc. that provides access to
information
Topics to cover
Technology toolsTechnology section of afb.orgAT database on afb.orgAccessWorldAFB PressCadre of trainers
Technology ToolsNon-optical devicesOptical devicesVideo magnifiersE-book ReadersScreen magnification
technologyWriting toolsAuditory toolsCell phones - GPS
Non-optical DevicesLighting
NaturalBlinds & shades
ArtificialOverheadTask: desk/portable/floor/other
Light filtration systemReading/book stand
Desktop/portable/floor Copy holder
Optical DevicesSpectacles / Contact lensMagnifiers
Hand-held Stand Spectacle mounted
Telescopes Hand-held Spectacle mounted
Electronic / video magnifiers
Types of Video Magnifiers
Desktop models, $1,500 – 4,000 Flex-arm camera models, $2,000 – 4,000 Portable models with hand held cameras,
$39 – 1,000 Electronic pocket models, $250 – 2,100 Head mounted display models, $3,000 –
4,000 Digital imaging systems - $2,000 – 5,500
Screen Magnification
TechnologyHardware Options
Large MonitorsHardware Screen MagnifierFlex-arm Monitor Stands
Software OptionsOS OptionsScreen Magnifiers
Writing ToolsHandwriting Tools
Bold & raised line paperBold markerWriting guides
Electronic ToolAccessible computer w/word processor
Auditory Tools
Digital E-book PlayersScan & Read Systems
Portable/stand alone Software based
Accessible PDAs
Technology Section on afb.org
Technology Page Cell Phone Accessibility
Assistive Technology Web Accessibility
Electronic Books Buying a Computer Screen Reader Tips
Tips for Computer Users with Low Vision AccessWorld Appliance Accessibility
Guide Assistive Technology Timeline
Digital TV Conversion
Technology Section on afb.org
Technology Page / Assistive Technology
Video Magnifiers Braille Technology
Optical Character Recognition Systems Speech Systems
Magnification Programs for the Computer Screen
AFB Product Evaluations
Technology Section on afb.org
Technology Page / Assistive Technology / Video MagnifiersBrowse Video Magnifier/CCTV Products
Short Videos – Assistive Technology Demonstration VideosDesktop and Flex Arm Camera ModelsHead Mounted Display and Portable Models
Technology Section on afb.org
Technology Page / Assistive Technology / Video Magnifiers / Browse Video Magnifier/CCTV Products
AT Database of ProductsBrowse by Product NameBrowse by Manufacturer
Browse by TaskSearch Products
Technology Section on afb.org
… Browse Video Magnifier/CCTV Products Product Category Product
Description Manufacturer Warranty Product Evaluation Magnification Computer Compatible Focus Comes with XY Table Mount Type Dimensions Display Feature/Viewing Modes Manufacturer's Suggested Price
Technology Section on afb.org
… Browse Video Magnifier/CCTV Products (coming soon)Product Database Update
Vendors add new productsPhotos Vendors update features of products
User Ratings
Technology Section on afb.org
… Browse Video Magnifier/CCTV Products (coming soon)Product Comparison Tool
Side-by-side feature displayUp to 5 different products
AccessWorld Technology and People Who Are
Blind or Visually Impaired
On-line reviews, evaluations, and information on technology for people who are blind or visually impaired
www.afb.org/aw
AFB Press Journal of Visual Impairment and
Blindness (JVIB)Foundations of Low Vision: Clinical
and Functional Perspectives, 2nd Edition
Functional Vision: A Practitioner's Guide to Evaluation and Intervention
Looking to Learn: Promoting Literacy for Students with Low Vision
Assistive Technology for Students who are Blind or Visually Impaired: A Guide to Assessment
Cadre of Trainers
30 trainers nationwideContact info posted on
afb.orgProvide basic and update
training on low vision techUsing AFB resources
developed through Woodruff Foundation grant