Isbn: 9781527734289 - report of proceedings of conference on research needs in braille: september 13-14-15, 1961 (classic reprint) (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book summarizes and discusses the development of braille as a reading and writing system for the blind and visually impaired. It presents a thorough investigation of research conducted from the beginning of the 20th century to the present day, focusing on findings related to legibility and readability. Drawing upon historical accounts, the author delves into the ongoing debate surrounding the relationship between orthographic characteristics and reading efficiency, examining factors such as the number of dots in an embossed character, the position of characters in a cell, and the use of contractions and abbreviations. Ultimately, this book not only provides a valuable record of research on a crucial topic but also highlights the historical and ongoing efforts to improve braille as a tool for literacy and communication. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. …