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Structured Discovery Cane Travel (SDCT) is an Orientation and Mobility (O&M)
curriculum which focuses on the foundational techniques necessary to develop
future independence for students who are blind or visually impaired. The
ABCs of Structured Discovery Cane Travel for Children addresses essential
non-visual
concept development, techniques and mobility skills needed to travel
efficiently, gracefully and safely within a myriad of natural environments
while using
the long, white cane with a metal tip as the primary mobility tool. This
curriculum utilizes transformational knowledge and problem-solving
opportunities
through teachable moments to develop personal reflection and mental mapping
which can be utilized post instruction. These students maximize their
cognitive
intrinsic feedback while completing everyday mobility tasks. Parents and
instructors of children who are blind or visually impaired will comprehend
the
essentials of SDCT by reading The ABCs of Structured Discovery Cane Travel
for Children; in addition, they will receive a treasure trove of O&M
skill-building
activities.
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Edward C. Bell, Ph.D., CRC, NOMC, Director,
Professional Development and Research Institute on Blindness
Louisiana Tech University
600 Mayfield Ave / 210 Woodard Hall
PO Box 3158
Ruston LA 71272
Office: 318.257.4554 Fax: 318.257.2259