English Braille

English Braille

English Braille alphabet English Braille is a tactile writing system used by individuals who are blind or visually impaired to read and write in the English language. It is based on the Latin alphabet and consists of a series of raised dots that can be felt with the fingertips. English Braille is widely used around the world and has been adapted to various languages.

History

The development of English Braille can be traced back to the early 19th century when Louis Braille, a blind Frenchman, invented the Braille system. Braille initially created a simplified version of the French military code, which consisted of raised dots representing letters and numbers. This system was later adapted for the English language, with modifications to accommodate the larger alphabet and different punctuation marks.

Alphabet

The English Braille alphabet consists of 26 letters, which are represented by combinations of up to six dots arranged in two columns of three dots each. The dots are numbered from top to bottom, left to right, with dot 1 being the top left dot and dot 6 being the bottom right dot. For example, the letter "A" is represented by dot 1, while the letter "B" is represented by dots 1 and 2.

Usage

English Braille is primarily used by individuals who are blind or visually impaired as a means of reading and writing. It is commonly taught in schools for the blind and is used in various educational materials, including textbooks and literature. In addition, English Braille is used for labeling items, such as food packaging and signage, to provide accessibility for blind individuals.

Categories

English Braille falls under the category of Braille and Tactile Writing Systems. It is also related to the field of Assistive Technology and Accessibility.

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  See also

  • Braille
  • Tactile Writing Systems
  • Assistive Technology
  • Accessibility

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