Learn Braille

Learn Braille PDF

Author: R. J. Clarke

Publisher:

Published: 2016-10-06

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781539368137

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"Dots are printed, not embossed so that a sighted person can easily learn braille to assist a visually impaired person"--Page [4] of cover.

Braille Literacy

Braille Literacy PDF

Author: Diane P. Wormsley

Publisher: American Foundation for the Blind

Published: 2004

Total Pages: 140

ISBN-13: 9780891288763

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Whether students' learning problems stem from additional physical or cognitive disabilities, the inability to speak English well, or difficulty in making the transition from print to braille, this resource will help you help them. Equally effective for teaching braille reading and writing to children or adults, Braille Literacy uses a functional approach based on concepts and vocabulary that have meaning and utility to the student.

Instructional Strategies for Braille Literacy

Instructional Strategies for Braille Literacy PDF

Author: Diane P. Wormsley

Publisher: American Foundation for the Blind

Published: 1997

Total Pages: 38

ISBN-13: 9780891289364

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This award-winning handbook gives teachers specific strategies and methodologies for teaching braille. It offers in-depth information on techniques for working with children at all levels of learning, with congenital or adventitious visual impairments, those with additional disabilities, and students who are just learning English. It also contains information on assessment and technology, as well as convenient assessment forms. Instructional Strategies offers a wealth of information and practical tips for new practitioners and seasoned professionals alike

Beginning with Braille

Beginning with Braille PDF

Author: Anna M. Swenson

Publisher: American Foundation for the Blind

Published: 1999

Total Pages: 228

ISBN-13: 9780891283232

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Beginning with braille provides a wealth of effective activities for promoting literacy at the early stages of braille instruction. The text includes creative and practical strategies for designing and delivering quality braille instruction and teacher-friendly suggestions for many areas such as reading aloud to young children, selecting and making early tactile books, and teaching tactile and hand movement skills. This book also includes tips on designing worksheets, introducing braille contractions, teaching the use of the braillewriter, and facilitating the writing process in braille. Chapters also address guidelines for individualizing instruction, the literacy needs of students with additional disabilities, and assessment of student progress in developing literacy skills.

I-M-ABLE

I-M-ABLE PDF

Author: Diane P. Wormsley

Publisher:

Published: 2016-03

Total Pages: 164

ISBN-13: 9780891287223

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I-M-ABLE, or the Individualized Meaning-Centered Approach to Braille Literacy Education, is an innovative, individualized, student-centered method for teaching braille and making it exciting for children who have difficulties learning braille. In this teaching approach, instruction is centered on continuously analyzing the strengths and needs of students, placing particular emphasis on engaging them using key vocabulary words and phrases based on their experiences and interests. This comprehensive practice guide provides detailed direction on how to implement the components of the approach. Teachers will find this resource invaluable for helping students with mild to moderate cognitive impairments or other difficulties make progress in braille reading and writing, and all the skills that it encompasses.

Just Enough to Know Better

Just Enough to Know Better PDF

Author: Eileen P. Curran

Publisher: Boston : National Braille Press Incorporated

Published: 1988

Total Pages: 142

ISBN-13:

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Includes exercises in braille, flashcards and a wall cheat-sheet.

Skills for Success

Skills for Success PDF

Author: Karen E. Wolffe

Publisher: American Foundation for the Blind

Published: 1999

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780891289432

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This innovative handbook offers special education teachers, career counselors, and parents a comprehensive range of tested techniques and strategies to help youngsters who are blind or visually impaired begin to build the skills they need for successful careers. It introduces specific activities for preparing visually impaired children from preschoolers through middle school for the next level of schooling and to become independent in daily life, confident about their career choices, and skillful on their future jobs.