Job Stability for the Visually Impaired

By: Luis JimenezCHHS 302December 18, 2012

Job Stability for the Visually Impaired

1The Blind are at a Disadvantage in the Work PlaceNonexistence of accommodations.Transportation struggles.Absence of sensitivity.

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2How the Disadvantages are Present:Audible Safety Signals.Training Programs that incorporate JAWS.Stigmas that surround the blind.

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Stereotypes and PerceptionsLessened EmploymentLow Level Job OpportunityAccessibility of the Environment

4Awareness and OpportunityBetter CommunicationAwareness

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5Finding Common GroundRespect and AppreciationEquitable Results

6References:http://www.simivalley.org/index.aspx?page=95

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http://studentaffairs.stanford.edu/oae/resources/disability-symbols

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7References FROM REPORT:Curry, S. , & Hatlen, P. (1988). Meeting the unique educational needs of visually impaired pupils through appropriate placement. Journal of Visual Impairment and Blindness, 82(10), 417-424.May, E. G. & Raske, B. M (2005). Ending disability discrimination strategies for social workers. Boston _ New York _ San Francisco: Pearson Education, Inc.Ping, K. , Diew, W. , Menow, A. , & Palanusamy, C. (2012). Mobility of visually impaired pedestrians crossing behavior and assistive design/technologies at signalized pedestrian crossings. Institute of Transportation Engineers. ITE Journal, 82(4), 33.

Questions and Answers About Blindness and Vision Impairments in the Workplace and the Americans with Disabilities Act. (2005). [Washington, D.C.]: U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.