Division on Visual Impairments

VIDBEQ.61.3.SU.2016

A quarterly newsletter from the Council for Exceptional Children's Division on Visual Impairments containing practitioner tips for Teachers of Students with Visual Impairments, Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialists, and other professionals.

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In I-M-ABLE you'll find information to help you: » Assess and incorporate early literacy instruction » Help students select key vocabulary words and phrases » Teach students to track across multiple lines of braille » Teach writing mechanics in a meaningful way » Collaborate with students to create key vocabulary stories » Use key vocabulary words to teach phonics, letter recognition, and contractions Available in print, e-book, and online subscription. I - M - A B LE Individualized Meaning-Centered Approach to Braille Literacy Education By Diane P. Wormsley I-M-ABLE, or the Individualized Meaning-Centered Approach to Braille Literacy Education, is an innovative, student-centered method for teaching braille and making it exciting for children who have difficulties learning braille. In this teaching approach, instruction is centered on continuously analyzing the strengths and needs of students, placing particular emphasis on engaging them using key vocabulary words and phrases based on their experiences and interests. This comprehensive practice guide provides detailed direction on how to implement the components of the approach. ORDER NOW! www.afb.org/store 1-800-232-3044 Teachers will find this resource invaluable for helping students with mild to moderate cognitive impairments or other difficulties make progress in braille reading and writing, and all the skills it encompasses. 7

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