The National Federation of the Blind Jernigan Institute is delighted to present its first conference on tactile graphics. On Friday, November 30th-December 1, 2012 we will offer a two-day-long, in-depth look at how tactile graphics can and are being made, and how tactile graphics enhance STEM education for the blind. This conference is especially relevant in light of the following:
* The recent BANA publication: Guidelines and Standards For Tactile Graphics: http://www.brailleauthority.
* The rapid adoption of digital textbooks
* The June 29, 2010 DOJ/OCR letter to colleges mandating equal access to educational materials. See: http://www2.ed.gov/about/
* The May 26, 2011 Frequently Asked Questions document. The June 29, 2010 guidelines apply to all K-12 and post-secondary schools. See:http://www2.ed.gov/about/
We will have a variety of general topic sessions, with afternoon breakout sessions on a variety of technical topics:
* When are tactile graphics necessary?
* How to create and evaluate tactile graphics
* Basic techniques for creating tactile graphics
* Advanced techniques for creating tactile graphics
* When should 3D models be used?
* How can 3D models be created?
* What works, what doesn't
* Opportunities to network with attendees, vendors and presenters
* Exhibitors will present their products during session breaks, and participants will have an opportunity to learn more about their services
Those wishing to present at the NFB Tactile Graphics Conference should please see the information below.
Abstracts are due no later than March 31, 2012.
For more information, or to submit an abstract please visit www.nfb.org/tactilegraphics<ht
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