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Creating and Obtaining Tactile Graphics

Updated as of September 7, 2024 For information on the WHO and WHY of tactile graphics, please check out the Bridge’s Resource Library’s About Tactile Graphics entry. Finished and ready-to-use tactile graphics The American Printing House for the Blind (APH) sells a wide variety of high-quality tactile graphics, particularly for science. These graphics are available […]

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Concerns About Chromebooks for Blind/Low Vision Students

Updated as of September 7, 2024. Scenario: District uses Chromebooks for all students and does not want to provide a Windows OS laptop for your blind/low vision student. Overview The U.S. Department of Education has issued regulatory guidance regarding the civil rights of students with disabilities under Section 504 and the Americans with Disabilities Act. […]

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Bridges Resource Library Crossing Bridges Together: Secondary Transition In the Field, A Reading Room For Educators

Accessible Resources for Math

Updated as of September 14, 2024. Overview Please find below information about the tactile drawing board and some math resources. There are also many science resources available in the Bridges Resource Library’s Resources For Secondary Science Classes Reading Room entry.   Scenarios and Strategies Scenario: Blind/low-vision students resisting the use of accessible tools and techniques […]

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Bridges Resource Library Crossing Bridges Together: Secondary Transition In the Field, A Reading Room For Educators

Changing Font Displays in Editable Documents

Updated as of September 7, 2024. Microsoft Word Documents Windows OS Open the Font menu: Control + D Choose different font Choose different font style Choose different font size Expand the font macOS Open the Font menu: Command + D Choose different font Choose different font style Choose different font size Expand the font See […]

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Bridges Resource Library Crossing Bridges Together: Secondary Transition In the Field, A Reading Room For Educators

Low-Tech and No-Tech Materials from APH for Building Skills in Braille, Nemeth Code, Physical Education, and Art

Updated as of September 7, 2024. Scenario: Student cannot use tools that require batteries or electricity (due to religious beliefs or other family circumstances). Low-Tech and No-Tech Materials from APH for Building Skills in Braille and Nemeth Code Braille Quick Pick Braille Contractions UEB Quick Pick Counting Word PlayHouse Nemeth Code Quick Pick Math: Addition […]