THE BRISTOL BRAILLE INNOVATION CENTRE, G11, 37 Philip St, Bristol, BS3 4EA, UK
Inviting all Braille users who are interested in 2 dimensional electronic Braille on the Canute Console.
Next event 12 – 03 pm on Saturday 14th September: Roger Firman has been using a Canute for some years. In his short presentation, Roger will discuss the importance and relevance of tactile maps for vision impaired people, and talk about an evolving project using the Canute Console in astronomy and other possible applications.
There will also be plenty of opportunity for each delegate to have hands-on experience with the Canute Console.
By prior arrangement some travel expenses may be covered by Bristol Braille Technology.
Nearest train station is Bristol Temple Medes.
To inquire or sign up: email [email protected]
Agenda:
Arrive 12 pm for coffee.
Chance for those who have not seen the Canute Console to have a touch tour of the machine, so it is clearer what we will be discussing. There will be 3 Canute Consoles set up, and 3 of us can demonstrate them.
12:15 – Ed will give a demonstration of some maps and explain some of the possibilities for the future.
12:30 – Roger will discuss the importance and relevance of tactile maps for visually impaired people and talk about an evolving project using the Canute Console in astronomy and other possible applications.
Lunch.
Rest of session: All will participate in discussing the points raised by the presentations. We are keen to hear your thoughts on tactile maps—what aspects you like, what works and what doesn’t, and why.
There will be an opportunity for people to try out the Canute Console for themselves and understand its potential.