SPED 422 - Teaching of Braille

This course provides the student an opportunity to learn the arrangement of the Braille cell, the Braille alphabet, the 190 contractions of Grade II Braille, marks of composition and punctuation, and the rules governing the application and use of each. In addition, the Nemeth code of mathematics and scientific notation will be introduced as well and scientific notation will be introduced as well abacus. Throughout the course, emphasis will be placed on developing proficiency in reading (by sight) and writing Braille with accepted writing instruments. Admission to Teacher Education required 3 credits