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Direct linkERIC Number: EJ868929
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2009-Dec
Pages: 11
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ISSN: ISSN-0145-482X
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The Impact of Electronic Mobility Devices for Persons Who Are Visually Impaired: A Systematic Review of Effects and Effectiveness
Roentgen, Uta R.; Gelderblom, Gert Jan; Soede, Mathijs; de Witte, Luc P.
Journal of Visual Impairment & Blindness, v103 n11 p743-753 Dec 2009
A systematic review of the international literature was conducted to investigate the effects and effectiveness of electronic mobility devices. Of the 13 studies that were reviewed, all but one demonstrated effects of the use of these devices, and generally, users evaluated the devices' functionality as beneficial. (Contains 1 table.)
Descriptors: Assistive Technology, Visual Impairments, Electronic Equipment, Accessibility (for Disabled), Literature Reviews, Program Effectiveness, Visually Impaired Mobility, Participant Satisfaction
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Publication Type: Information Analyses; Journal Articles; Reports - Evaluative
Education Level: Adult Education
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Language: English
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