Webinar on Technology & DeafBlind People May 17th!
DB-TIP
Until recently, DeafBlind people had little choice in the type of communication device that was offered to them. Hearing-sighted people use their ears to interpret the tone of voice, pitch, volume of spoken words and their eyes to gain visual information to help understand the message. Together, all of the visual and auditory information is used to comprehend a clear understanding. DeafBlind people do not have access to information in the same way. Technology plays a major role in the independence, communication, and daily life of DeafBlind people; however, it is often of no use without the interpreter’s presence as many devices are used as interpreting tools.
The goal of this workshop is to provide interpreters (all levels of experience) and various professionals working with Deaf & DeafBlind people information, helpful tips, and resources related to adaptive technology that are currently available. Many of the adaptive devices are used in various interpreting settings such as using a computer with braille access/screen magnification and dual keyboards, face-to-face communicators, and more.
Time will be devoted to describing the process in which DeafBlind people choose the technology that best suits their communication preferences, including examples of what technology is most commonly used in interpreting situations.
Learner Objectives:
- Identify how technology is used to meet the needs of deaf-blind people in interpreting settings.
- Recognize digital braille access and screen magnification that have allowed many deaf-blind people to overcome various barriers in daily life, at work, or in school.
- Evaluate options for selecting appropriate technology for a specific interpreting setting.
Register today!
http://bit.ly/DB-TIP5_17_15
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