Peer reviewedERIC Number: EJ413205
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1990
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ISSN: ISSN-0145-482X
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Computer-Oriented Technology for Blind Readers.
Hjelmquist, E.; And Others
Journal of Visual Impairment and Blindness, v84 n5 p210-15 May 1990
A newspaper was electronically transmitted using synthesized speech to 29 blind adults. Although subjects read a lot and enjoyed the service, they mainly used a selected few of the available commands. Striking similarities were found in reading habits with those of sighted persons. (Author/DB)
Descriptors: Adults, Blindness, Electronic Equipment, Mass Media Use, Newspapers, Reading Habits, Speech Synthesizers
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Language: English
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