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View all- Tandori EFavilla S(2024)Art, science and inclusion: multisensory Sciart of immunology for blind, low‐vision and diverse‐needs audiencesImmunology & Cell Biology10.1111/imcb.12759102:5(315-320)Online publication date: May-2024
Understanding Experiences, Attitudes and Perspectives towards Designing Interactive Creative Tools for Teachers of Visually Impaired Students
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Abena Boadi-Agyemang, Elizabeth Jeanne Carter, 
Alexa F Siu, 
Aaron Steinfeld, Melisa Orta MartinezAuthors Info & Claims
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Abstract
Many academic subjects are inaccessible for students who are blind or have low vision (BLV) due to the prevalence of visual aids to represent concepts. Interactive devices offer promise as creative tools for teachers of the visually impaired (TVIs) as they can support real-time iteration of adapted learning materials, display changing information, and provide embodied learning experiences for BLV students. We conducted semi-structured interviews with 5 educators (all have TVI experience) and identified their considerations when creating adaptations, attitudes towards technology, and perspectives on existing barriers to access. Our findings reveal and reaffirm unresolved challenges in the adaptation process as well as offer insights into key factors that must be considered when selecting the type of adaptation. From these findings, we formulate design recommendations for interactive tools that support TVIs in creating effective adaptations for BLV students.
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