Jackie Barnes

Mapping for the blind

A fully abled person does not have to think about if there will be resources for them to access a new environment. Most maps are printed or provided on street corners, Google Maps is accessible and easy to use if you can see it.

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Not everyone can access these luxuries, when we design for all abilities we make a stronger, longer lasting and more functional design. How can a blind student access a college campus with as much ease as a sighted student? 

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I worked with fellow students Kelsey Cole and Thao Nguyen to solve this issue. See our presentation below.