[accessibleimage] Talking Tactile Tablet

To Whom It May Concern:
As someone who has respected the work of Dr. Don Parkes for years, it pains 
me to have to respond to the many statements and charges that are currently 
being leveled against the Computer Center for Visually Impaired People, 
(CCVIP,) at Baruch college CUNY, and Touch Graphics company. However, 
colleagues in the field need to understand our position.

  In presentations, publications and conversations, we have always stated 
that Dr. Parkes' work was foundational to our own, and we shall continue to 
do so. Our patent application has been filed in accordance with United 
States patent law.    It must and does include references to prior art.

  Our vision has been to create tactile graphics and audio/tactile products 
that are as inviting to the user as possible.  Thus, we have placed a value 
on self-teaching components, high quality speech, maximum ease of use, and 
low cost.  In working to   realize these values, specific innovations were 
achieved and implemented.  The U.S. Patent Office will determine whether 
these constitute sufficient novelty to warrant a patent.  In the meantime, 
the Talking Tactile Tablet product is receiving enthusiastic support from 
both users and educators.

We are happy to acknowledge the work of Dr. Parkes.  We will, however, 
continue to move forward with our work.    Interested parties are welcome 
to be in contact with me, or to visit CCVIP's Web site.
http://www.baruch.cuny.edu/ccvip



Karen Luxton Gourgey, Ed.D
Director, Computer Center for visually Impaired People
Baruch college, city University of New York
Box H-0648
1 Bernard Baruch Way
New York, NY 10010
Phone: 646 312-1426
Fax: 646 312-1421
e-mail Karen_Gourgey@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
http://www.Baruch.CUNY.edu/CCVIP

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