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students with visual impairments so they make sense of what is being
represented. When tactile graphics are implemented effectively, they
enhance understanding of visual mathematical concepts for students with
visual impairments.
Collaboration
It is imperative that TVIs and general educators work together to ensure
that students with visual impairments meet educational milestones in
mathematics. Each professional has their area of expertise and needs to
collaborate with other educators in order to create the best experience for
teaching mathematics to students with visual impairments. TVIs and general
education math teachers should communicate ahead of time to confirm that
the student has the necessary knowledge of specific braille math symbols
before coming across them in the book. It is important the TVIs present
students with Braille math work that is flawless using a variety of materials.
Conclusion
Although TVIs have mixed responses regarding level of preparation in
Nemeth code, most are confident delivering mathematics instruction to
students with visual impairments using this method. In addition, most TVIs felt
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