Teaching of Braille, use of abacus for mathematics, and adapted materials. Methods and techniques presented to help the special and regular class teacher promote success in daily living skills as well. The Braille code is presented, to include Grade II literary Braille, and use of the abacus. All special signs and symbols relating to the literary code are learned and special formatting techniques used in-printed materials, charts, and graphs. Study of Braille Nemeth Code for mathematics.
Course combines lecture and hands-on experiences.
Training for teachers and counselors in community agencies. Self-esteem building, body image, classroom activities and learning experiences on puberty, menstruation, sterilization, birth control, and sexually transmitted diseases. Focuses on recreation and leisure as a major aspect of independent living and community adjustment. Role of the schools in providing a comprehensive leisure education program for students with handicaps. Roles and responsibilities of those working in social, psychological, educational, recreational, and vocational settings are emphasized.