Reports an innovative approach to developing computer literacy among visually impaired students that was presented in two four-week workshops in computer programming for visually impaired students, held at Baruch College, New York. The experiences of the workshops are analyzed, and guidelines for the training of visually impaired people in computer related fields by educational and business institutions are discussed.
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