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Getting to Know the Individual: Tips for Selecting and Teaching Accessible Technology to DeafBlind Individuals 

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A woman with short grey hair and a brown top, sits at a desk while navigating a laptop with her braille display. Her instructor, a bald man in a grey shirt, sits to her right.

Selecting and introducing technology for a DeafBlind individual requires an individualized approach. This practical resource helps professionals, family members, and other supporters consider the person’s vision, hearing, communication, accessibility needs, experiences, and goals before selecting or teaching technology. It also provides tips for identifying appropriate accommodations and supporting accessible communication and technology use. 

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