Apply now for Braille Bits for Librarians brought to you by the Iowa Library for the Blind and Print Disabled! Earn 11 hours of CE Credit while learning all about Braille.
There is no replacement for the ability to read. For those who are blind, braille is an essential tool that aids in the process of becoming literate. It is also allows for equality, inclusion and independence. Braille is a system of touch reading and writing in which raised dots represent the letters of the alphabet. It also contains equivalents for punctuation marks and provides symbols to show letter groupings or contractions.
Braille Bits for Librarians is an introductory course to braille designed to familiarize participants with the braille system, with braille contractions and their usage, and with the rules of braille. Throughout the lessons examples are presented in simulated braille (dots reproduced in print). Each lesson will build on previous lessons introducing you to the braille alphabet, contractions, punctuation and rules. We will provide participants with a braille alphabet card, flash cards and a “braille cheat sheet” poster to help with lessons and into the future.
The program is 8 weeks (January 7, 2022 – March 4, 2022 ) and will begin and end with a virtual meeting on Zoom.
The course consists of:
- 2 virtual meetings held on January 7, 2022 at 1:00pm – 2:00pm and March 4, 2022 at 1:00pm – 2:00pm
- 21 lessons with podcasts and homework which are self-paced and take approximately ½ hour for each, to be completed before the final meeting on March 4, 2022
- Google Classroom will be used to access program resources, lessons, podcasts and homework
- Access to certified Braille Transcribers at the Iowa Library for the Blind and Print Disabled to answer questions and provide information
- Participants will be provided with a braille alphabet card, flash cards and a “braille cheat sheet” poster.
- Earn 11 hours of Continuing Education Credits
Apply by Tuesday, January 4, 2022 5:00pm
Online Application Form
Due to space limitations in this cohort (15 people) and is open only to librarians currently working in Iowa public libraries.
You will be notified on January 5, 2022 with further information about the program.
Questions? Contact Sarah Willeford at the Iowa Library for the Blind and Print Disabled, sarah.willeford@blind.state.ia.us or 515-494-8439.
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