[Pibe-division] Braille instruction

Mon Apr 3 21:56:05 UTC 2017

Thanks Eric. I have been doing research and have found a program that was
developed at Blind INC called Code Master. Has this Braille learning
product ever been published for purchase? I have contacted Blind INC. by
phone and e-mail and have not had any response. I think it definitely has
some potential for what we are trying to do.

On Mon, Apr 3, 2017 at 4:39 PM, Eric Guillory via PIBE-Division <
pibe-division at nfbnet.org> wrote:

> The difficulties you are facing in the Buckeye State are a textbook
> reminder that too many people, even the so-called professionals, see
> Braille as an isolated skill (e.g., a martial art, a course in how to
> decorate cakes) rather than the code that unlocks literacy for the blind.
> Ohio would never say that print literacy isn’t necessary for all jobs or to
> live independently, but they get away with that language because too many
> people seem to be possessed of the notion that Braille proficiency and
> literacy can be separate entities—which they are not…same as print. All the
> best as you strive to educate the uninformed! Braille Rocks!
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> Eric Guillory, Director of Youth Services
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> Louisiana Center for the Blind
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> *“Together, we are changing what it means to be blind.”*
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> *From:* PIBE-Division [mailto:pibe-division-bounces at nfbnet.org] *On
> Behalf Of *Marianne Denning via PIBE-Division
> *Sent:* Monday, April 3, 2017 2:31 PM
> *To:* Robert Pardue
> *Cc:* Marianne Denning; Professionals in Blindness Education Division List
> *Subject:* Re: [Pibe-division] Braille instruction
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>
> Robert, thanks for your thoughtful response. We have lots of issues with
> VR in Ohio. One stumbling block is their assertion that braille literacy is
> not needed for all jobs and it would only be part of a VR plan if it were
> needed in a job. The NFB of Ohio believes that braille literacy is
> important for living independently and that a person can't work if they
> can't live independently. I also agree that an individual's ability to use
> technology will be a consideration. Mentors are definitely a part of our
> plans.
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> On Mon, Apr 3, 2017 at 3:12 PM, Robert Pardue <robertpardue at opsb.net>
> wrote:
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> Is the Ohio Vocational Rehabilitation Department mandated to provide
> training for re-entering the workforce/independent living? I would look
> into what the law REQUIRES the state to provide. If your members are
> entitled to training, but training is not available in house, why not
> advocate for these adults to attend a center outside of your state? The NFB
> adult training Centers were created for this purpose.
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> If that is not an option, my thoughts are as follows:
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>      I can see how virtual instruction could seem like a great idea. Have
> you considered how tech savvy your students are? Would the visual
> impairments, at this point in time, complicate access to the instruction?
> It would be case by case.
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>
>
>      Another option could be something along the lines of descriptive
> audio tracks with corresponding worksheets/practice passages.
> Descriptions of the braille shapes, patterns, dot locations and so on can
> be prerecorded with appropriate practice materials, such as Building On
> Patterns (BOP), Mangold, or Ashcroft curriculum. "Face-to-face" time with a
> mentor will still be necessary to answer any questions or provide
> clarification, but as a jumping point...
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> *R. Martin Pardue, M.A.T. NCUEB NOMC*
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> Teacher of Blind Students
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> OPSB Vision Services
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> "If I want to do it, nothing is difficult. If I don't want to do it,
> nothing is easy.''
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> Sifu Shi Yan Ming
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> *From:* PIBE-Division <pibe-division-bounces at nfbnet.org> on behalf of
> Marianne Denning via PIBE-Division <pibe-division at nfbnet.org>
> *Sent:* Monday, April 3, 2017 1:53:34 PM
> *To:* Professionals in Blindness Education Division List
> *Cc:* Marianne Denning
> *Subject:* Re: [Pibe-division] Braille instruction
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>
>
> Thanks for the information about Hadley. This is not a solution for the
> people I am talking about.
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> On Mon, Apr 3, 2017 at 2:47 PM, Kristin Shumann via PIBE-Division <
> pibe-division at nfbnet.org> wrote:
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> Try Hadley School for the Blind in Winnetka Illinois.  I have a client
> taking a braille course from them now.  It is very thorough--spending the
> entire first course on tracking and finger movement.  It's either free or
> very reasonably priced.
>
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> On Sun, Apr 2, 2017 at 6:22 PM, marianne via PIBE-Division <
> pibe-division at nfbnet.org> wrote:
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> NFB of Ohio is looking into ways to provide braille instruction to adults
> who are losing vision. Our division of the blind is not as supportive of
> the need for braille as we would like. I would like to know about some
> inventive ideas for braille instruction. We are looking at virtual
> instruction for braille with local volunteers for support. That is just one
> idea but we are open to any other suggestions. We do not have any kind of
> rehabilitation center in OH so that is not an option. I am especially
> interested in providing instruction outside of our metropolitan areas.
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> Marianne Denning, TVI, MS
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> Marianne Denning, TVI, MA
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Marianne Denning, TVI, MA
Teacher of students who are blind or visually impaired
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