Educating the Blind and Visually Impaired

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This research paper discusses the unique issues associated with the education of blind and low vision students in Texas public schools. The author considers that educating blind people is a life-long process of compensating for the loss of arguably the most important of the human senses. The paper concludes that there are a vast number of skills, such as self-help and employment training that are also a part of the education of the visually impaired in Texas public schools.
Braille Readiness
Pre-Braille Skills
Tactual Symbols
Social Skills

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"When teaching a blind child who is expected to be in the regular classroom, it is best to start teaching the Braille alphabet when his classmates are learning printed letters. By doing this, the child has a better chance of grasping the connection between the letters and the raised dots. This is a difficult process and should be taught slowly. Mangold strongly suggests using the same tactics that regular teachers use in order to keep the child interested, such as games, music and physical play. "

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