This bibliography of 115 items provides a semiannual update to a book that annotates professional literature related to blindness issued since 1953. Items are dated from 1988 through 1990. Included are documents, journal articles, books, papers, and doctoral dissertations. Entries are alphabetical by author. An analytical subject index is…

The bibliography is the semiannual update to a book titled, "Blindness, Visual Impairment, Deaf-Blindness: Annotated Listing of the Literature, 1953-1975." The 138 annotated citations are listed alphabetically by author, with a subject index and journal listing also provided. (DB)

The annual bibliography of approximately 130 annotated citations updates a bibliography published in book form. Citations are listed alphabetically by author and were almost all published in 1987 or 1988. References include journal articles, dissertations, books, and reference materials. (DB)

The annotated bibliography of about 120 items is presented to continue to update a book, "Blindness, Visual Impairment, Deaf-Blindness: Annotated Listing of the Literature, 1953-1975." Entries include any professional literature published in the last 3 years and not previously included. A listing of journal resources and a subject index are…

This annotated bibliography lists 170 articles, books, and other professional publications related to blindness, visual impairment, and deaf-blindness. The bibliography's scope does not include medical literature or popular magazines. The entries are arranged alphabetically by author, and an analytical subject index is also supplied. (JDD)

Guidelines for using interpreters with deaf-blind clients include obtaining a professional interpreter; assuring the comfort level between client and interpreter; providing critical information to the interpreter before the assignment; and respecting the right of everyone to have full communication. (DB)

This article discusses the importance of daily physical activity and examples of how individuals who are visually impaired or deaf-blind can access fitness. It describes techniques for running, bicycling, swimming, exercise training in a health club, aerobics, and fitness at home (jumping rope, yoga, and basketball). (Contains references.) (CR)

Provides an outline of knowledge areas in rehabilitation counseling and rehabilitation teaching related to visual impairments such as: core areas; planning and delivery services; job development, placement, and follow-along; job engineering; Braille and other tactual systems; communication systems; computers for individuals with visual…

Teachers (n=124) of deaf-blind students responded to a survey regarding their experience, training, program characteristics, communication methods, certification, and prevalence of deaf-blind students in their programs. Results indicated a high number of certifications for teachers, and a steady incidence of deaf-blind students across age groups…

Five adult students of various ethnic backgrounds, each deaf or hard-of hearing and blind or visually impaired, participated in testing a newly designed assistance card for soliciting help crossing the street. Results indicated that with the new card 101 pedestrians out of 183 offered assistance. (Contains references.) (CR)

This article identifies major barriers that impede the inclusion of students with visual impairments or deaf blindness in physical education and suggests strategies for overcoming these barriers. Barriers are grouped into teachers' barriers (e.g., lack of professional preparation), students' barriers (parental overprotection), and administrative…

A survey of 69 people investigated their response to individuals with deaf-blindness holding cards soliciting aid for crossing the street. Results found travelers should stand at the curb facing the street, hold the card up at the shoulder, and the card should first state the desire to cross the street. (CR)

This article describes a federally supported program of the American Federation of the Blind, which has developed training materials for individuals working with students who are deaf-blind. The article offers a rationale for the program; notes critical shortages of qualified teachers; discusses materials development; and reviews the program's…

This article describes orientation and mobility skills and strategies used by a woman with deaf-blindness, especially methods for crossing the street safely, using the following main strategies: locating key travel areas; developing communication strategies and systems; and identifying community resources for assistance. (CR)

This study evaluated the effectiveness and desirability of dual communication boards as receptive and expressive forms of communication by 3 deaf-blind students (ages 16-21) in community-based vocational instruction settings. One year after implementation, students and communication partners were successfully using the boards. Use of dual boards…