Orientation and Mobility Services for Students with Deafblindness: A Systematic Review

Abstract This study is a systematic review focusing on orientation and mobility services for individuals with DeafBlindness. It answers questions regarding the teaching strategies used with this population. Thirty articles provided thematic evidence under: instructional strategies, communication, assistance, assistive technology, and rehabilitation. 21 articles addressed one theme each while 9 addressed multiple themes each. This review identifies important guidelines for serving individuals with Deafblindness.

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International Journal of Orientation & Mobility
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2025-12-01
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https://doi.org/10.2478/vri-2026-0001
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Hearing Impairment and Communication
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Orientation and Mobility Services for Students with Deafblindness: A Systematic Review

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International Journal of Orientation & Mobility
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Orientation and Mobility Services for Students with Deafblindness: A Systematic Review

Phoebe Okungu, Nora Griffin-Shirley, Anita Page, P. Lindel, T. Nguyen, L. Delcambre, C. Ihenagwam, E. Ohidah
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Abstract This study is a systematic review focusing on orientation and mobility services for individuals with DeafBlindness. It answers questions regarding the teaching strategies used with this population. Thirty articles provided thematic evidence under: instructional strategies, communication, assistance, assistive technology, and rehabilitation. 21 articles addressed one theme each while 9 addressed multiple themes each. This review identifies important guidelines for serving individuals with Deafblindness.

International Journal of Orientation & MobilityVol. 16(1)
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Hearing Impairment and Communication
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