How The Recent Changes in Facebook Impacts People with Disabilities

An Overview Of How The Recent Changes In Facebook Impacts People With Disabilities M. Wade Wingler, ATP Anytime one of the major social media tools, like Facebook, makes major changes there is outcry from the general user base.  Although these changes are typically made in an effort to improve and expand the usefulness of tools, […]

Goalball: A whole new ball game for the blind and visually impaired

“Lack of sight does not equal lack of talent, dreams or desire.” The motto of the USA Goalball organization says it all. Quickly becoming one of the more popular pastimes of the blind and visually impaired, Goalball is a blend of soccer and dodgeball that all ages can play, no matter the skill level. The […]

Guide Dogs and Companions

They are man’s best friend to most, but to the blind and visually impaired, dogs can be much more. To people like Scott Hegle, dogs serve as trusted companions that guide them through the chaos of ordinary life, from flying to faraway cities or taking a walk around the neighborhood, guide dogs help blind and […]

Monday Tech Tip: Eye Tech Digital Systems Eye Tracking Device

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AM016: Social media as an accessibility research tool

Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadA weekly look at assistive technology–tools designed to assist people with vision, mobility, or hearing impairments.  Produced by the INDATA Project at Easter Seals Crossroads in Indiana. Click the “Pod” link above to listen or subscribe with iTunes. Links: Twitter: www.Twitter.com Facebook: www.Facebook.com Linked in: www.LinkedIn.com Read our blog: http://blog.eastersealstech.com Follow us on Twitter: @INDATAProject