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Harnessing the Power of Monarch: Resources for the Creation of Optimal Tactile Graphics

The Monarch, developed by the American Printing House (APH) in collaboration with HumanWare, represents a transformative leap in braille technology....

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Meet APH Scholar Fae Montoya

APH is excited to recognize Fae Montoya, nominated by EOT, Jared Leslie, as one of our 2020-2021 APH Scholars. Fae...

A Teacher’s Perspective on the Sensory Learning Kit

As a teacher during a pandemic, I have grown accustomed to things changing daily, being way out of my control,...

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Partners in O&M: Creating Connections in Everyday Life

Orientation and Mobility (O&M) instruction is more than something you learn in a classroom. It affects every aspect of a...

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A TVI’s Simple Solutions for Elementary Students

Sometimes, it is those simple, low-tech materials that make all the difference. We spoke with Elizabeth Umphress, a Teacher of...

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Sharing Digital Braille Between Countries—It’s as Easy as ABC!

APH is happy to announce its participation in the Accessible Book Consortium (ABC), an international network for sharing accessible digital...

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Fit at Home

Are you looking for a fun new way to stay active? Maybe you’re stuck in a rut, doing the same...