This is the braille representation for the alphabet, numbers, and punctuation marks commonly used in general writing, such as the simple language used for non-textbook and non-technical writing. Examples are novels and non-technical manuals. The Literary Code also covers instructions for the formatting of such materials.
Limited Sight
May 19, 2011 By
The definition for most legal purposes in the United State is 20/200 vision with correction in the best eye, or field of vision less than 20 degrees.
Legally Blind
May 19, 2011 By
The definition for most legal purposes in the United State is 20/200 vision with correction in the best eye, or field of vision less than 20 degrees. From a practical point of view, the visually impaired community talks in terms of “a high partial”, “a low partial”, and “totally blind.” Someone with 20/200 vision can […]
Leber’s Congenital Amaurosis
May 19, 2011 By
A congenital eye disease characterized by the absence of critical portions of the eye.
Learning Disability
May 19, 2011 By
Learning disabilities are disorders that affect the ability to understand or use spoken or written language, do mathematical calculations, coordinate movements or direct attention. Although learning disabilities occur in very young children, the disorders are usually not recognized until the child reaches school age. The most common treatments for learning disabilities include special education, speech […]
Large Print Tables and Charts
May 19, 2011 By
When tables and charts are to be prepared or rebuilt in 18-point font, considerations of space and layout are similar to those of braille.
Large Print Graphics
May 19, 2011 By
Graphical images such as maps, illustrations, and flowcharts printed in a large print format. Standard font size for large print documents is 14 to 18 point. The graphic portions of the document are enlarged in proportion to the print and placed in the layout to approximate the original. The graphics are sometimes simplified or reproduced […]
Large Print
May 19, 2011 By
To accommodate readers with several types of visual impairments, documents can be printed in larger-than-normal size print. Some printed materials may even be simply enlarged on a copy machine. Standard font size for large print documents is 14 to 18 point. The graphic portions of the document are enlarged in proportion to the print and […]
Labeling and Marking
May 19, 2011 By
Low tech approach to help the blind user identify items, control panels and locations, for example.
Itinerant Teachers Of Braille
May 19, 2011 By
A teacher who travels from school to school on a circuit, for the purpose of teaching braille literacy.
