Braille 1 - Level 1 (VOVI 0711)
This course teaches students with a fundamental literacy level of Grade 4 and above how to read and write words containing the letters A through M of the alphabet using uncontracted braille code. Numbers are introduced with the goal of providing functional literacy skills in braille.
Course code: VOVI 0711
Credits: 0.0
Length: 96.0 hours
Campus: Broadway
Broadway
Course outline:
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Prerequisites
Fundamental literacy skills (reading & writing) at Level 4 or equivalent.
| CRN # | Dates | Day/Time/Location | Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|
| 41514 | January 1, 2025 to April 30, 2025 | See full schedule Delivery: Flexible (Self-Paced) Location: Varies | Corbett, Jennifer |
| 41642 | February 1, 2025 to May 31, 2025 | See full schedule Delivery: Flexible (Self-Paced) Location: In Person/Online Option | Corbett, Jennifer |
| 41740 | March 1, 2025 to June 30, 2025 | See full schedule Delivery: Flexible (Self-Paced) Location: In Person/Online Option | Corbett, Jennifer |
| 60638 | May 1, 2025 to October 31, 2025 | See full schedule Delivery: Flexible (Self-Paced) Location: In Person/Online Option | Corbett, Jennifer |
Additional Information
- Tactual readiness
- Introduction of jumbo braille
- Introduction of alphabet symbols A through M
- Introduction of numeric indicator
- Introduction of punctuation
- Dot positioning
- Braille in non-text environments
- Perkins brailler
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.