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Latest News from APH

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Learning with KaiBot: Accessible Coding Lesson

KaiBot is an interactive tool that combines tactile learning, introductory coding, and accessible innovation. The KaiBot robot, complete with varying...

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Partners in O&M: Meet the Editors

Partners in O&M is designed to help people who work with individuals who are visually impaired, teach the skills needed to...

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The Tactile and CVI Book Builder Kits

For a typically sighted child who is not yet a reader, visual illustrations offer an important bridge to “making meaning”...

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MATT Connect Software Gets Update

The MATT Connect from APH just got a makeover! We’re happy to announce software modifications that will benefit all MATT...

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Angela’s Story: Running

by Angela Theriault I am deaf and have Usher syndrome and am currently the director of the Deafblind Service Center...

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Kevin’s Story: Speed Skating

A deafblind speed skater skates as fast as he can to his dream. by Kevin Frost Like every little boy...

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Rachel’s Story: Triathlon

by Rachel Weeks When I was growing up, the question would often arise: ‘if given a choice, would you rather...