Tangible Line Graphs: An Evaluation and Some Systematic Strategies for Exploration.

Lederman, Susan J.; Campbell, Jamie I.

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Publication Date: 1983-Mar

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Tangible Line Graphs: An Evaluation and Some Systematic Strategies for Exploration.

Lederman, Susan J.; Campbell, Jamie I.

Journal of Visual Impairment and Blindness, v77 n3 p108-12 Mar 1983

Initial research is reported on development of a tangible graphics (a display with raised symbols for reading by hand rather than by eye) system and its evaluation by 20 blind adults. Results suggested that tangible graphs are a viable source of spatial information for blind readers. (Author/MC)

Descriptors: Adults, Blindness, Braille, Reading Improvement, Sensory Aids, Spatial Ability, Tactual Perception

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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