Division on Visual Impairments

VIDBEQ.61.4.Fall.2016

A quarterly newsletter from the Council for Exceptional Children's Division on Visual Impairments containing practitioner tips for Teachers of Students with Visual Impairments, Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialists, and other professionals.

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; Lorem Ipsum Dolor Spring 2016 3 options available; that the book is intended for devices running iOS9; and that some features are not available on iPad2. The author also states, which is so important, that technology moves so quickly, that some features may not appear in this text. Chapter Reviews Chapter 1. Getting Started, offers initial set-up instructions, a description of the device's basic functions, and how to set up connectivity options for a user with visual impairments. The directions are very easy to follow and understand. Each step is numbered and provides 'how-to' instructions. The chapter includes a bulleted list of apps that are pre-installed with an explanation of their use. For the seasoned user this chapter was a good review, but for the novice it is essential. Chapter 2. Getting Acquainted with VoiceOver and Zoom introduces VoiceOver, Apple's screen reader, and Zoom, their magnifier. VoiceOver gestures are introduced with 'how-to' descriptions. It describes the basics of opening, closing and switching between apps. There are practice exercises using pre-installed apps such as Notes, Calendar and Contacts. Peppered throughout the text are handy tips associated with using VoiceOver and Zoom. 33

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