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Watch an Orientation and Mobility Specialist testing top rated GPS apps in a real-world environment. We compare navigation apps like Google Maps, Apple Maps, Soundscape, and Clew to determine the most effective tools for visually impaired travel and O&M instruction.

Video Chapters:
0:00 Overview
0:17 Intro
0:56 Google Maps for Navigation
2:30 Navigation Apps vs. O&M Skills
3:14 Soundscape App
7:52 Apple Maps for Navigation
10:03 CLEW App
13:23 Conclusion

💡 In This Episode:
Google vs. Apple Maps for Pedestrians:
Real-world testing in downtown Austin to see which app provides better accuracy and how they handle specific street-side directions.

Soundscape & Spatial Awareness:
How to use stereo sound and audio beacons to identify landmarks like bus stops, and why this tool works best when paired with a standard routing app.

Indoor Navigation with Clew:
We take the Clew app inside the library to demonstrate how to set visual anchors and record routes for indoor navigation where GPS is unreliable.

The Role of O&M Skills:
Why technology cannot replace foundational skills and the importance of pairing multiple apps for a safe, comprehensive travel solution.

📚 Free Resources:
► Night Travel Skills PDF (For O&M Specialists): Get a comprehensive guide to help you teach night travel lessons effectively. https://www.exceptionaleducators.us/n...

► 5 Key Strategies Every Teacher Needs (For Classroom Teachers): A free PDF with five simple, quick things you can do right now to impact the lives of your learners with visual impairments. https://www.exceptionaleducators.us/5...

► FREE SEE Community Membership: https://www.exceptionaleducators.us/

📅 ACADEMIC CALENDAR:
January 28-30, 2026 | International Orientation & Mobility Online Symposium | Conference for O&M Specialists
https://www.exceptionaleducators.us/i...

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