Description:
In addition to learning the various braille codes and rules for formatting, did you know that there are also guidelines and standards that are recommended when creating a tactile graphic? While some may say that they don't have time to look up every little detail in yet another reference manual, we all know that consistency of presentation is one of the basics in being a successful braille reader. Your students need to be prepared to understand the tactile graphics that are contained in a state-authorized textbook or on a state exam. You may be tempted to just provide something that will just have to "make do" for their next-period class, but how much better if your students are consistently exposed to quality graphics? Discussion will include planning the layout and design, as well as the order of components, steps to simplify the print graphic, and accommodations for graphics for young readers. Actual examples used in the workshop come from a variety of textbooks (Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies) and include several grade levels.
About the Speaker:
Betty Marshall
Sherwood Park, Alberta, Canada
Betty began her career as a braille transcriber in 1991 while working for Alberta Education. She has earned certificates for transcribing Literary, Nemeth, Proofreading, and Unified English Braille, and is passionate about creating tactile graphics.
Betty was first appointed to the National Braille Association's Board of Directors in the spring of 2008. She has served as Chair of the Tactile Graphics and Mathematics Committees. Betty is currently the Chair of Publications and Editor of the NBA Bulletin. Betty enjoys teaching, and as a member of the NBA Training Bureau she has been privileged to present several "on-site" training sessions. She is also a member of the BANA Tactile Graphics Committee that is currently updating the Guidelines and Standards for Tactile Graphics.
Now that she is retired, she enjoys doing contract work from home, and has the freedom to devote more time to volunteering with both NBA and BANA. In her spare time she enjoys music, gardening, reading, baking, and spending time with her grandsons.
KSSB's policy regarding outside presenters:
"Sponsorship of presenters/workshops by KSSB does not imply endorsement of a particular philosophy, product, or procedure. The educational material and techniques presented at this meeting reflect the views of the presenters and have been made available by KSSB "as is" for educational and informational purposes only and not as professional advice for specific cases or circumstances. The material and techniques discussed in these presentations reflect the best practices at the time of their development and should be used with the clear understanding that continued new knowledge or recommendations could emerge."
Tactile Graphics: Design for Success Training Objectives:
Participants will be aware of best practices for creating tactile graphics
Participants will list software options for creating standardized tactile graphics
Participants will clarify any inconsistencies in their understanding of the use of the Nemeth Braille Code (within the context of Unified English Braille)
Agenda:
8:00 Check in and Registration
8:30 Training begins
10:15 BREAK
12:00 Lunch
1:45 BREAK
3:30 Training ends
ACVREP Continuing Education Credit available for this training.
Photos will be taken at this training and may be posted on social media. If you have concerns please see Pam Arbeiter.
Registration may be cancelled up to 14 days prior to the event for a full refund. Cancellations received within 14 days of the event will not be refunded. No-show registrations will also not be refunded.