A national conference focusing on the literacy needs of individuals with visual impairments

November 12th - 15th, 2009 Costa Mesa, California
Getting in Touch with Literacy 2009

Call for Papers Submissions has been been closed as of April 15, 2009. Thank you for your submissions. A confirmation letter that your submission has been received will be sent to you soon. We look forward to reviewing the files and will be in touch. Thanks again.
Sincerely,
Cheryl Kamei-Hannan, Conference Co-Chair; Nancy Niebrugge, Conference Co-Chair

The biennial Getting In Touch With Literacy Conference is coming to Southern California!

November 12-15, 2009
At the Hilton Orange County/Costa Mesa

Mark your calendars now and plan to join us for this international event focusing on literacy for individuals with visual impairments of all ages and developmental levels. This is your opportunity to share your research and innovations and to learn practical solutions to better serve individuals who are blind, visually impaired or deaf-blind.

GITWL '09 will focus on all forms of literacy, including print, braille, auditory, tactile graphics comprehension and the use of assistive technology. Presentations will address the needs of a range of ages and all levels of ability, including conventional and functional literacy.

Several Keynote Speakers will address broad literacy issues. Concurrent workshops and poster sessions will focus on specific areas, including:

  • Assessment, instruction and support
  • Assistive technology and tactile graphics
  • Braille Instruction and Tactile Literacy
  • Cultural Linguistic Diversity and English Language Learners
  • Early Childhood Literacy
  • Legislation and Policy Affecting Literacy
  • Literacy and Additional Learning Needs
  • Low Vision
  • Transitional and Vocational Literacy

Conference Co-Chairs:
Cheryl Kamei-Hannan, CSULA
Nancy Niebrugge, Braille Institute

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