Paid Opportunity for BLV Research Volunteers

Paid Research Opportunity for Blind and Low Vision Participants

We’re sharing the following information about a paid research opportunity that may be of interest to our community. Please note that this study is not being conducted by Penny Forward. We are simply helping spread the word.

About the Study

Study Title
Designing for Blind and Low Vision Users

Conducted by
University of Massachusetts Amherst

This study explores how blind and low vision individuals can help shape the future of assistive technology using a user-centered design process. The research team hopes to learn how participants might rethink or design tools that better serve their needs.

What Participation Involves

Participants will begin with a one-on-one interview after reviewing and agreeing to a consent form. During this semi-structured interview, participants will be asked about their thoughts on current assistive tech and may be invited to clarify their responses.

If they choose to continue, participants will take part in a four-week hands-off study that involves completing tasks and giving feedback. A box of materials will be mailed to participants for use during the study.

At the end, participants will complete a final interview and a brief survey with demographic information.

Compensation

Participants will be compensated as follows:

Initial interview: $20
First two weeks:
- Task 1: $15
- Task 2: $20
- Task 3: $25
- Task 4: $30
Second two weeks: Repeat of same task set with same compensation
Final interview: $15

How to Get Involved

To express interest, fill out this short screener:
https://forms.gle/NTwvxcHwwgXF5WiBA

For questions or more information, contact:
Aimen Gaba
📞 413-537-5082
📧 agaba@umass.edu

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