SP ED 6441 - Literary Braille Codes and Technology

Meets with SP ED 5441. Reading and writing literary braille is the focus of this course. Included are the literary braille contractions, short-form words, punctuation, and rules of usage of basic Grade 2 braille, using the Perkins Braille Writer. Emphasis is on accuracy, beginning formatting, and ability to apply the rules. Students will also learn to write literary braille, using a slate and stylus, as well as computerized braillewriters.