Structured Discovery Cane Travel (SDCT) is an Orientation and Mobility
(O&M) curriculum which focuses on the foundational techniques necessary
to develop future independence for students who are blind or visually
impaired. The ABCs of Structured Discovery Cane Travel for Children
addresses essential non-visual concept development, techniques and
mobility skills needed to travel efficiently, gracefully and safely
within a myriad of natural environments while using the long, white cane
with a metal tip as the primary mobility tool. This curriculum utilizes
transformational knowledge and problem-solving opportunities through
teachable moments to develop personal reflection and mental mapping
which can be utilized post instruction. These students maximize their
cognitive intrinsic feedback while completing everyday mobility tasks.
Parents and instructors of children who are blind or visually impaired
will comprehend the essentials of SDCT by reading The ABCs of
Structured Discovery Cane Travel for Children; in addition, they will
receive a treasure trove of O&M skill-building activities.