Education
Michelle Perkins Recommends this Talkback Guide
Michelle Perkins, Senior Assistive Technology Specialist & Trainer at New England Low Vision and Blindness recommends this quick reference guide when teaching the Android in an Apple world. Michelle suggests that if you are teaching someone who is visually impaired and or using TalkBack, this young lady has some very informative YouTube Videos. Live Accessible. …
Read MoreTop 10 Low Vision Products for Schools and Educators – 2020
This article has been updated: See what’s New! Click the link below to see the latest in low vision aids and technology. Read the newest Top 10 Low Vision Products for Schools and Educators Our full suite of low vision technology products and training services are designed to help students who are visually impaired, their…
Read MoreNew England Low Vision and Blindness and the Carroll Center for the Blind joined forces for donation
New England Low Vision and Blindness and the Carroll Center for the Blind joined forces with ndrew Doumith of ACT Antigua to share life-changing technology with visually impaired students in primary and secondary schools at the T.N. Kirnon Primary School’s Unit for the Blind and Visually Impaired. This school is located in Andrew’s home country…
Read MoreScott Krug helps kids in the Pittsfield Public School
Scott Krug, President, New England Low Vision and Blindness recently presented select low vision technology to the students and teachers of the visually impaired at Pittsfield Public School. Some of these systems included: Transformer HD with WiFi + OCR MagniLink Zip Premium Full HD 1080p, 13” Monitor w/Battery “Thank you for coming out today and spending…
Read MoreCareer Launch @ Perkins
The transition to young adulthood can be challenging for everyone – there are higher expectations, more independence and lots of social and emotional changes to adjust to. And the stakes are even higher if you are blind or visually impaired. That’s why Perkins School for the Blind has developed programs dedicated to supporting young adults…
Read MoreTop 10 Low Vision Products for Schools and Educators – 2019
This article has been updated: See what’s New! Click the link below to see the latest in low vision aids and technology. Read the newest Top 10 Low Vision Products for Schools and Educators Additional Years: 2020 Top 10 Low Vision Products for Schools and Educators 2018 Top 10 Low Vision Products for Schools and…
Read MoreScott Krug presents the latest technology to the Pittsfield Public School
Scott Krug, President, New England Low Vision and Blindness recently presented the latest low vision technology to the students and teachers of the visually impaired at Pittsfield Public School. “Thank you for coming out today and spending so much time with my students. They were all excellent and appreciated all you showed them.” said Lynn Shortis,…
Read MoreTop Products for Improving Braille Access and Literacy
Are your students accessing braille from their iPads, iPhones, tablets, and computers? Here Are Our Top Products for Improving Braille Access and Literacy: 1. Focus 14 Ultra – Portable Braille Display 2. ElBraille14 with Focus 14 — Portable Braille Computer 3. Focus 40 Blue 4. Focus 80 Blue 5. Brailliant BI 80 +++ +++ …
Read MoreTop 10 Low Vision Products for Schools and Educators – 2018
This article has been updated: See what’s New! Click the link below to see the latest in low vision aids and technology. Read the newest Top 10 Low Vision Products for Schools and Educators Additional Years: 2020 Top 10 Low Vision Products for Schools and Educators 2019 Top 10 Low Vision Products for Schools and…
Read MoreTop 5 New Low Vision Technologies for Visually Impaired Students, Their Teachers and TVIs
Top 5 New Low Vision Technologies for Visually Impaired Students, Their Teachers and TVIs: 1. Ruby 7 — Handheld Video Magnifier is a great low vision device for teachers and students because it has a large 7” display, providing a very comfortable magnification size for reading tasks. It is a great portable solution that meets…
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