Syllabus

Course Code: BSE-401    Course Name: G. Braille and Assistive Devices (VI)

MODULE NO / UNIT COURSE SYLLABUS CONTENTS OF MODULE NOTES
1 Braille-(I)
1.1 Louis Braille and the Evolution of Braille
1.2 Continuing Relevance of Braille vis-a-vis Audio Material
2 Braille-(II)
2.1 Braille Signs, Contractions and Abbreviations--English Braille
2.2 Braille Signs and Symbols—Hindi/Regional Language
2.3 Braille Reading and Writing Processes
3 Braille Devices -- Types, Description, Relevance
3.1 Slate and Stylus
3.2 Braille Writer
3.3 Electronic Devices— Note takers and Refreshable Braille Displays
3.4 Braille Embossers
3.5 Braille Translation Software
4 Educational Devices – Types, Description, Relevance
4.1 Mathematical Devices: Taylor Frame and Types, Abacus, Geometry Kit, AlgebraTypes
4.2 Geography: Maps--Relief, Embossed, Models
4.3 Science Material
5 Low Vision Aids and Schemes– Types, Description, Relevance
5.1 Low Vision Aids--Optical, Non-Optical, Vision Training Material
5.2 Schemes and Sources of Availability
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