Surpassing Expectations My Life Without Sight


Surpassing Expectations My Life Without Sight
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Surpassing Expectations My Life Without Sight


Surpassing Expectations My Life Without Sight
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Author : Lawrence Scadden
language : en
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
Release Date : 2008-07-22

Surpassing Expectations My Life Without Sight written by Lawrence Scadden and has been published by Xlibris Corporation this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2008-07-22 with Biography & Autobiography categories.


In high school, despite my passion for and acumen in math and science, I was counseled to avoid higher education in these fields because there would not be employment opportunities for a blind man in these disciplines. Surpassing Expectations: My Life without Sight is a memoir which describes the activities that brought me international acclaim as a scientist, policymaker, and advocate. Dozens of vignettes are included that portray my joyous and successful life despite having been blind since the age of five. The book was written to be informative, entertaining, and, hopefully for some, inspirational. Many people have a disability or at least a functional limitation, and too many of them feel lost, not knowing whether life will ever be fulfilling for them. Often they are helped by learning about someone else with a disability who had the motivation, persistence, and tools that allowed him or her to overcome their difficulties and to attain a higher quality of life. My book is intended to serve this purpose. Dispersed throughout the autobiographical material, I answer questions that people regularly pose to me: What emotional crises did I face when adapting to blindness as a child? What barriers did I encounter during my education and when seeking competitive employment? What techniques do I use to ensure safe independent travel especially in foreign countries? What adaptations did I need to make as a husband and father? What type of technological tools do I use to reduce the effects of blindness? What imagery do blind people experience in their thoughts and dreams? The memoir describes legislation that I drafted, which enhanced computer usability for people with disabilities. I also recount incidents that occurred during my numerous foreign travels, invitations to speak and advise in venues such as the White House and Universal Television studios, and my interactions with famous people from Swedish Queen Silvia to Geraldo Rivera. The book concludes with my thoughts on how I succeeded in my education and arduous career while enjoying an active life. I offer suggestions on how my formula for success and happiness can be emulated by others, especially young people who also have a disability.



Blindness And Vision Impairment


Blindness And Vision Impairment
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Author : Patricia Souder
language : en
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Release Date : 2015-02-03

Blindness And Vision Impairment written by Patricia Souder and has been published by Simon and Schuster this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-02-03 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.


It's impossible to predict all the ways that being blind will affect a person's life. From relearning things like reading and moving around, to the emotional impact of not being able to see, blindness and vision impairments present people with a whole new set of difficult challenges. In this book, as you read the story of Kyla's vision impairment, you'll learn about many of the disorders and injuries that can cause blindness and impaired vision. You'll also find out about the techniques and services used to treat and deal with blindness, including guide animals, white canes, Braille, and programs such as special summer camps. Becoming blind doesn't have to get in the way of leading a fulfilling life!



Technology And Disability


Technology And Disability
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Author : Gregg Vanderheiden
language : en
Publisher: Springer Nature
Release Date : 2022-12-14

Technology And Disability written by Gregg Vanderheiden and has been published by Springer Nature this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-12-14 with Computers categories.


This book outlines the development of the Trace R&D Center as an institution for furthering accessible and assistive technologies. The book walks readers through the Center’s nascent attempts to solve individual challenges with augmentative communication devices through contemporary efforts to establish global frameworks and infrastructures for accessibility. This book is premised on the Center’s mission to maximize the potential of people with disabilities by harnessing evolving technologies while at the same time dismantling the barriers created by those same technological advancements. Readers will learn how this has been done in the past and why this practice should be a fundamental and integrated feature in new technology planning and implementation. The book touches on pre-internet technologies before exploring the huge implications of, first, the personal computer and, second, the Internet. In parallel with the massive growth in scale rendered by the launch of the Web, the book traces the expansion of the Center’s focus from the individual to the universal, particularly in working to establish accessibility standards and infrastructures. Learning from the successes and failures of the Center, the book outlines many past challenges and future directions for the development of technologies for people with disabilities from the research and industry perspectives.



Making Online Teaching Accessible


Making Online Teaching Accessible
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Author : Norman Coombs
language : en
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Release Date : 2010-08-26

Making Online Teaching Accessible written by Norman Coombs and has been published by John Wiley & Sons this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2010-08-26 with Education categories.


Making Online Teaching Accessible offers online teachers, instructional designers, and content developers a comprehensive resource for designing online courses and delivering course content that is accessible for all students including those with visual and audio disabilities. Grounded in the theories of learner-centered teaching and successful course design, Making Online Teaching Accessible outlines the key legislation, decisions, and guidelines that govern online learning. The book also demystifies assistive technologies and includes step-by-step guidance for creating accessible online content using popular programs like Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat, as well as multimedia tools. Including a wealth of helpful tips and suggestions for effectively communicating with disabled students, the book contains practical advice on purchasing accessible course management systems, developing solutions for inaccessibility issues, and creating training materials for faculty and staff to make online learning truly accessible. "This valuable how-to book is a critical tool for all instructional designers and faculty who teach online. Coombs' many years as a pioneer of online teaching show in his deep knowledge of the principles that can allow the reader to apply these lessons to any learning management system (LMS)." —Sally M. Johnstone, provost and vice president academic affairs, Winona State University, Minnesota; former executive director of WCET at WICHE "As more and more of our social and professional lives come to be mediated by technology, online accessibility is a fundamental right, not a luxury. This book is a must-read for anyone concerned with maximizing access to learning." —Richard N. Katz, former vice president and founding director, EDUCAUSE Center for Applied Research "This valuable book reflects Coombs' unique experience and commitment to the best teaching, learning, and accessibility options for all kinds of students and teachers." —Steven W. Gilbert, founder and president, The TLT Group-Teaching, Learning, and Technology Group



Braille Book Review


Braille Book Review
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Author :
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2011

Braille Book Review written by and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011 with Blind categories.




Talking Book Topics


Talking Book Topics
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Author :
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2011

Talking Book Topics written by and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011 with Talking books categories.




Digital Talking Books Plus


Digital Talking Books Plus
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Author :
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2011

Digital Talking Books Plus written by and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011 with Talking books categories.




Thoughts Vs A Mind


Thoughts Vs A Mind
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Author : Cosmas Mutwiwa
language : en
Publisher: Lulu.com
Release Date :

Thoughts Vs A Mind written by Cosmas Mutwiwa and has been published by Lulu.com this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on with categories.




How To Find Your Vision And Get A Life


How To Find Your Vision And Get A Life
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Author : Terry Drew Karanen
language : en
Publisher: iUniverse
Release Date : 2015-06-10

How To Find Your Vision And Get A Life written by Terry Drew Karanen and has been published by iUniverse this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-06-10 with Self-Help categories.


Do you find yourself struggling with life even though you’re doing everything you can to get ahead? How to Find Your Vision and Get a Life! shows you how you can create a life worth living. It takes you step-by-step through the process of creating your own personal vision and mission statements – the foundation necessary to accomplish your goals. You are taught the importance of the “Five P’s”: Possibility, Power, Passion, Practice and Purpose. Here’s what others are saying: Terry doesn’t preach, he shares ideas. His ability to relate both his successes in life as well as his personal demons provide a refreshing atmosphere to promote action and healing for the reader.– Dennis Merritt Jones, author of Your (Re)Defining Moments: Becoming who you were born to be This book provides simple, easy explanations to the challenges of life without the metaphysical psycho-babble often seen in topics like this. – James Mapes, author of Quantum Leap Thinking: An Owner’s Guide to the Mind Terry presents an easy-to-understand personal manual ... written in his authentic and humorous style. It engages the reader immediately! – Maxine Kaye, author of Alive and Ageless: How to Feel Alive and Live Fully Every Day of Your Life



The Story Of My Life Volumes 1 3


The Story Of My Life Volumes 1 3
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Author : Augustus J. C. Hare
language : en
Publisher: DigiCat
Release Date : 2022-09-04

The Story Of My Life Volumes 1 3 written by Augustus J. C. Hare and has been published by DigiCat this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-09-04 with History categories.


DigiCat Publishing presents to you this special edition of "The Story of My Life, volumes 1-3" by Augustus J. C. Hare. DigiCat Publishing considers every written word to be a legacy of humankind. Every DigiCat book has been carefully reproduced for republishing in a new modern format. The books are available in print, as well as ebooks. DigiCat hopes you will treat this work with the acknowledgment and passion it deserves as a classic of world literature.