Accessible mobile technology an aid for inclusion of persons with visual impairment Dr.(Mrs). Sambath Rani K.* *Assistant professor, Dept of Special Education, Avinashilingam institute for Home science and Higher education for women, Coimbatore, India Online published on 9 February, 2018. Abstract The mobile technology is rapidly evolving; over the years, its uses are becoming diverse and is gradually replacing some similar sources in the market that are also used for communication e.g. post office and land lines. One of the most important uses of smart phones is that they ensure safety. Families can easily communicate with each other while away. Hence it is the need of the hour to analyze the usage of mobile technology among visually impaired in the day to day life. This shows that they need to be exposed and experience need to be given in the use of mobile technology which is portable and accessible, since it encompasses multifaceted facilities, which are very vital in the era of digital technology. Thus digital technology is actively promoted, with the use of mobile devices learners can learn anywhere at any time it is important to bring new technology in to the classroom. It can be an useful add on tool for students with special needs. Thus this portable device quickly and easily deliver and support various function in education, research, independence, safety, navigation, book share and update and as well as to alert themselves in terms of dangerous situation. Hence it is imperative that visually impaired enrolled in higher education need to be provided with mobile which will enable them to access to educational information and ultimately contribute to their independency which in turn paves the way for inclusive growth. Top Keywords Curriculum, Communication, Navigation, Internet Browsing, Gaming, . Top |