The purpose of the study was to investigate the use of existing technology innovatively to address deaf-blind individuals who are facing challenges in accessing communication, which would allow them to develop their independence. One of the main goals of this study was to develop an actual face-to-face interactive social network for deaf-blind students, aged 14 to 21.
How it was conducted
The study was conducted by placing videophone equipment into the homes and schools of the deaf-blind participants, and then the participants were trained on how to use the technology. The participants were then given weekly communication activities to complete using the videophone ...
