Braille Institute Podcasts: Recent Episodes
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Show Notes for Braille Institute-Airsla Curious about the idea of traveling by sound? Join us for our upcoming workshop with Brian Bushway to learn all about perceptual development—the science behind how we can all learn to use our senses better. Brian Bushway is a motivational speaker, “human echolocator,” educator, and the cofounder of Acoustic Athletics. Bushway will focus on auditory development and how anyone can learn—and teach—echolocation. Learn all about how developing your auditory skills can help you become a more competent cane traveler, as well as additional orientation exercises.
AIRSLA This podcast is produced by Audio Internet Reading Service of Los Angeles (AIRSLA). These recordings are provided solely for the use of the blind and print impaired. Materials or items read on AIRSLA are the copyright property of the original authors and publishers. No unauthorized use or duplication is permitted.
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Show Notes for Braille Institute-AirslaJoin Greg Steinmetz for a presentationJoin Greg Steinmetz for a presentation on requirements for acceptance to the GDAGuide Dog Mobility program, benefits of guide dogs, and answer any questionsabout working with a guide.
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Show Notes for Braille Institute-AirslaPediatric Sleep Issues
AIRSLAThis podcast is produced by Audio Internet Reading Service of Los Angeles (AIRSLA). These recordings are provided solely for the use of the blind and print impaired. Materials or items read on AIRSLA are the copyright property of the original authors and publishers. No unauthorized use or duplication is permitted.
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Show Notes for Braille Institute-AirslaAnnette Richardson talks about how loss of vision impacts a child's sensory systems, learning and behavior
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AIRSLAThis podcast is produced by Audio Internet Reading Service of Los Angeles (AIRSLA). These recordings are provided solely for the use of the blind and print impaired. Materials or items read on AIRSLA are the copyright property of the original authors and publishers. No unauthorized use or duplication is permitted.
Contact Informationwebsite: https://airsla.info
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Show Notes for Braille Institute-Airsla Notes go here
AIRSLA This podcast is produced by Audio Internet Reading Service of Los Angeles (AIRSLA). These recordings are provided solely for the use of the blind and print impaired. Materials or items read on AIRSLA are the copyright property of the original authors and publishers. No unauthorized use or duplication is permitted.
Contact Information website: https://airsla.info
email: airslafeedback@gmail.com
Show Notes for Braille Institute-Airsla Notes go here
AIRSLA This podcast is produced by Audio Internet Reading Service of Los Angeles (AIRSLA). These recordings are provided solely for the use of the blind and print impaired. Materials or items read on AIRSLA are the copyright property of the original authors and publishers. No unauthorized use or duplication is permitted.
Contact Information website: https://airsla.info
email: airslafeedback@gmail.com
Show Notes for Braille Institute-Airsla Notes go here
AIRSLA This podcast is produced by Audio Internet Reading Service of Los Angeles (AIRSLA). These recordings are provided solely for the use of the blind and print impaired. Materials or items read on AIRSLA are the copyright property of the original authors and publishers. No unauthorized use or duplication is permitted.
Contact Information website: https://airsla.info
email: airslafeedback@gmail.com
Show Notes for Braille Institute-Airsla Notes go here
AIRSLA This podcast is produced by Audio Internet Reading Service of Los Angeles (AIRSLA). These recordings are provided solely for the use of the blind and print impaired. Materials or items read on AIRSLA are the copyright property of the original authors and publishers. No unauthorized use or duplication is permitted.
Contact Information website: https://airsla.info
email: airslafeedback@gmail.com
Show Notes for Braille Institute-Airsla Notes go here
AIRSLA This podcast is produced by Audio Internet Reading Service of Los Angeles (AIRSLA). These recordings are provided solely for the use of the blind and print impaired. Materials or items read on AIRSLA are the copyright property of the original authors and publishers. No unauthorized use or duplication is permitted.
Contact Information website: https://airsla.info
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Show Notes for Braille Institute-Airsla Dr Diane Christian speaks on Cortical Visual Impairment
AIRSLA This podcast is produced by Audio Internet Reading Service of Los Angeles (AIRSLA). These recordings are provided solely for the use of the blind and print impaired. Materials or items read on AIRSLA are the copyright property of the original authors and publishers. No unauthorized use or duplication is permitted.
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A discussion of the importance of introducing your children to college students who also have low vision.
Dr. Bill discusses computers for children with low vision with guests Keith Christian and Julian Vargas
Dr. Bill and Christina from Playopolis Toys discuss toys and technology for the child with low vision.
What parents need to know. How these conditions affect vision and how to stimulate the development of vision.
A discussion to teach parents how to decorate the home and use toys to stimulate the development of vision.
The recent advances in technology which allow identification of abnormal genes that cause low vision and the current treatments.
How to evaluate the functional vision of infants. The ways that parents and teachers can observe behaviors that indicate strengths and weaknesses.
Updates about glaucoma, the most common treatments, ongoing research, risk factors, and the need to be proactive and get annual eye exams.
Dr. Kashani, from USC Roski Eye Institute, updates about macular degeneration, current treatments, risk factors, and ones that can be modified.
Dr. Bill Takeshita shares an overview on the development of vision and how the brain is involved in vision. He shares behaviors of children with low vision.
Modifying your child's environment to encourage use of vision and participation in life's challenges. Modifications to home & classroom.
Vision is done in the brain, not the eye. Because the brain is very good at adapting, many vision problems can be improved by therapy.
Dr. Bill gives a thorough explanation of how the visual system works and what could go wrong with it.
Advances in treatment of retinal conditions in kids. Gene therapy, Stem cells & Disease modeling. How to prepare a child for a vision exam.
Dr. Bill discusses the use of Video Magnification and Low Vision Aids which can help children
Endocrine disorders associated with optic nerve hypoplasia - one of the leading causes of blindness in children.
The lecture describes the clarity of sight, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and visual processing skills of those with CVI.
Amblyopia: What it is and how to improve vision by stimulating the parts of the brain that process visual signals.
Philip Reeves-Braille Institute Connection Point Manager, explains various helpful devices.
Dr. Davis is from the Retinal Institute of California, and discusses Age Related Macular Degeneration.
Dr. Bill gives an overview of Cortical Vision Impairment (C.V.I.), the leading cause of visual impairment in children.
Cataracts are a common and very treatable vision disorder. In this overview, Dr. Bill discusses causes, treatments and the outlook.
A discussion of some of the more common visual disorders associated with hearing. He discusses children interacting with their surroundings.
Eye patching: What is it? What is it for? Why does it help? How long does it take? and practical strategies for success.
Annual Braille Institute lecture on macular degeneration and glaucoma - Dr. Boeckmann discusses advances in treatment of glaucoma
Annual Braille Institute lecture on macular degeneration and glaucoma - Dr. Davis discusses advances in macular degeneration procedures.
After vision level is determined, Dr. Bill discusses the kinds of visual interventions that improve vision for children with CVI.
Dr. Bill and Dr. Roman discuss common characteristics to develop a visual intervention program. Dr. Roman shares recommendations and research for children with CVI.
Dr. Bill discusses eye patching, a treatment used to protect the eye, improve vision, eliminate double vision, and improve head posture
Dr. Bill advises children to have their first eye exam by 6 months. He also offers advice if a child should wear glasses or contact lenses, and how to select them.
A discussion about why play is important for early child development, with suggestions on how to begin a playful experience with children.
Dr. Lee talks about various genetic caused childhood vision problems, including X-linked retinoschisis, familial exudative vitreoretinopathy and how gene and stem cell treatments may help in the future.
Dr. Bill explains how to detect and treat congenital cataracts and glaucoma in children and answers audience questions.
Dr. Bill interviews Mark Borchard MD of the Vision Center at Children's Hospital, Los Angeles on the latest research regarding optic nerve hypoplasia.
Braille Challenge awards ceremony held June 22, 2013 at the Universal Hilton, Universal City, CA.
Dr. Bill discusses Pediatric Eye Conditions, Albinism, Aniridia and Coloboma and answers listeners' questions
Dr. Bill talks about optic nerve hypoplasia, one of the fastest growing causes of vision impairment among children.
Cortical vision impairment, cortical blindness, & delayed visual maturation are the leading causes of vision impairment among children.
Dr. Bill discusses treatments for retinopathy of prematurity with renowned vitorretinal surgeon, Khai Tawansy, M.D.
Dr. Bill gives a comprehensive discussion of eyeglasses for kids with low vision, from selecting a doctor through training the child.
The many services provided by Los Angeles County, including disability mentoring. These services are not only for low vision/blind patrons, but anyone needing a helping hand.
The many services provided by Los Angeles County, including disability mentoring. These services are not only for low vision/blind patrons, but anyone needing a helping hand.
The many services provided by Los Angeles County, including disability mentoring. These services are not only for low vision/blind patrons, but anyone needing a helping hand.
Personal Assistance Services Council and In Home Support Services help seniors and anyone with a disability to stay at home and live independently. They cover care takers, transportation, and other services.
The speaker is an adaptive technology trainer who specializes in mobile technology. He walks users through how the iPhone can help many low vision/blind people.
The speaker is an adaptive technology trainer who specializes in mobile technology. He walks users through how the iPhone can help many low vision/blind people.
The speaker is an adaptive technology trainer who specializes in mobile technology. He walks users through how the iPhone can help many low vision/blind people.
The Red Cross, Americorps and the ADA of Disability Los Angeles address what you need when disaster strikes.
The Red Cross, Americorps and the ADA of Disability Los Angeles address what you need when disaster strikes.
Entertainment, contests, prizes for proficiency in Braille at the June 23, 2012 Braille Challenge
Dr. Bill interviews Diana Dennis and Sue Parker-Strafaci on the use of the Apple I Pad and other assistive technology for children with low vision.
Optic nerve hypoplasia is one of the fastest growing causes of vision impairment. Dr. Bill Takeshita describes many of the common problems associated with this condition and he informs listeners to see additional consultations by professionals.
Many Children with vision impairment have sleep disorders. Dr. Bill shares helpful information and strategies to help the child who has problems sleeping.
Dr. Bill Takeshita discusses the functional implications of achromatopsia, albinism, anridia, F.E.V.R., and other common retinal disorders.
Dr. Bill interviews his guests as they share helpful tips to make your child's eye examination appointment accurate, comfortable and efficient.
Dr. Tawansy describes the latest treatments for retinopathy of prematurity, including lasers, Avastin, Kenalog and Plasmin and how brain hemorrhages can affect vision in premature children.
Retinopathy of Prematurity. A discussion of the causes, effects and treatments for this relatively common cause of vision degradation in children born prematurely.
"Glaucoma: What it is and how you can prevent blindness.", "Like grey hair, we all get Cataracts."
Dr. Bill interviews experts in vision stimulation treatment for children with cortical vision impairment. Guests detail the methods and treatments used.
Dr. Bill Takeshita shares information about advances in medical treatements and low vision technology at the Braille Institute.
Dr. Bill Takeshita shares information about many of the latest medical treatments and research to help children with low vision.
Dr Borchert discusses Optic Nerve Hypoplasia, his current research and answers questions from the telephone audience.
Pediatric Vision Telephone Lecture: How to modify your home to stimulate the development of your child's vision. Research on the importance of vision stimulation.
Braille Institute Telephone Lecture: Dr. Bill gives an overview of retinopathy of prematurity. Vision problems characteristic of premature infants.
Braille Institute Child Development Telephone Lecture: Dr. Bill leads the discussion and shares his tips for making the most of your child's eye examination.
Braille Institute Telephone Lecture. Doctors Tawansy & Takeshita discuss the retinal problems of children.
Neurological vision impairment is the leading cause of impairment in children today. Dr. Bill discusses the types of impairment: cortical blindness, cortical vision impairment, and delayed visual maturation.
In this Braille Institute Telephone Lecture, Dr. Bill discusses some common causes of vision impairment in children, strabismus and amblyopia.
Vision plays an important role in reading, writing, and academic performance. But 20/20 vision does not mean a student has the visual skills needed for efficient learning. Dr. Bill describes the visual skills that ARE most important.
Vision plays a very important role in the development of infants. Dr. Bill discusses how vision affects the development of infants and reminds parents and professionals of the importance of vision examinations for infants.
One of the most difficult behaviors to break among children with low vision is eye pressing and poking. This behavior can be very serious and dr. Bill shares specific strategies to help parents and teachers to stop it.
Many think a child has to talk before he can be fitted with glasses. But pediatric eye doctors can determine prescriptions for clarity, double vision, eye movement, contrast and glare reduction. Dr. Bill discusses how.
The use of patching to improve children's vision. Patching one or both eyes can greatly improve the vision of children. Dr. Bill discusses patching uses and the techniques to make patching more effective.
Vision stimulation activities to perform with your child this summer. In this lecture, Dr. Bill Takeshita reminds parents of the importance of continued vision stimulation during the summer break to maximally develop vision. Specific activities are included.
What's New in Technology for People with Low Vision. By Bill Takeshita, Consulting Director of Low Vision, Braille Institute & Chief of Optometry, Center for the Partially Sighted
New Research and Treatment Options for Retinal Diseases. By Ron Taban, Macula Institute and Retina Research Center
Braille Telephone Lecture. Dr. Tawansy discusses medical and surgical treatments to prevent blindness in- and restore vision to- children born prematurely.
Braille Telephone Lecture. Solutions for children with retinopathy of prematurity (R.O.P.). Dr. Bill provides parents and teachers with strategies and information to help children with R.O.P. to get the most out of their vision.
Braille Telephone Lecture. Making the most of your child's eye examination. Dr. Bill gives parents some strategies and ideas on how to get the most from their child's vision examinations.
Braille Telephone Lecture. A February 16, 2010 lecture sponsored by the Braille Institute tells parents how they can stimulate their child's vision development by modifying their home.
"Research on diabetes in the eye" by Homayoun Tabandeh; "Living well with diabetes" by Natalie Nankin
Braille Telephone Lecture. Dr. Takeshita lectures on Neurological Vision Impairment for the Braille Institute on January 20, 2010
"Vision Stimulation for Children Under 5 Years of Age." A 45 minute lecture done for the Braille Institute and The Center for the Partially Sighted. on November 18, 2009
Keynote Address: Conversations with Cay - An informal dialogue on the state of literacy for people who are visually impaired
Special Closing Musical Presentation by the Johnny Mercer Children's Choir of Braille Institute
Findings of the National Reading Panel and Research on Evidence-based Fluency Instruction
The Evolution of Braille. A special presentation in honor of Louis Braille's 200th birthday
Disk 2 of the CD set of the May 20 2009 Braille Institute Seminar on macular degeneration and retinitis pigmentosa, including question and answer session.
Disk 1 of the CD set of the May 20 2009 Braille Institute Seminar on macular degeneration and retinitis pigmentosa, including question and answer session.
This lecture teaches adults with low vision to continue to perform daily activities and inspires them to continue living life with a positive outlook.
How to Help Your Child with Low Vision Develop to His or Her Fullest Potential - the steps parents must take to help their children to develop maximal vision.
"Trouble at the Crusty Crab," a SpongeBob Story and "The 500 Hats of Bartholomew Cubbins," by Dr. Seuss
Second half of a Retinitis Pigmentosa seminar for sufferers and their families by prominent medical authorities
First half of a Retinitis Pigmentosa Seminar for sufferers and families by prominent medical authorities