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Tag Archives: interpretype
Cochlear Implant: Two Months and Counting…
The past two and a half months with the cochlear implant have had its fair share of ups and downs, but the ups far outweigh the downs. It is definitely surpassing pre surgery expectations by a long shot. It has been amazing as I’ve passed major milestones such as listening to my favorite song, talking [...]
Assistive Technology, Uncategorized
Also tagged ci, cochlear implant, deaf, hearing, hearing aid
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Important Information on Employment for People with Disabilities.
I graduated from library school in 2009. I sent in my first post library school job application in November, 2008. Over the last three years I’ve done an internship, freelance work, several part time jobs, and other odd jobs here and there to make ends meet. This economy is brutal enough for people without disabilities, [...]
NC Legislature Cut for Disabled Schools
I have been in public education since kindergarten. So, I can’t give first hand thoughts on what it is like to attend a school especially for the Deaf or Blind. If anyone has direct experience with these schools, please chip in with your thoughts. I am sure they have a lot more resources and assistive [...]
Interpretype Update
I wrote a post a few months ago about the Interpretype, a software that allows users to type in a question or statement and another user can see it on their computer screen. There is another similar device called the Ubi Duo, but it has a tiny screen and would require a much larger learning [...]
Interpretype
I will hopefully be getting an Interpretype at the library where I work soon. The Interpretype is a two way nonverbal communication system that allows the deaf or hard of hearing to interact with another person. It not only benefits the deaf, but also in other situations that require nonverbal communication such as police or [...]
