DIRECTORATE: INCLUSIVE AND SPECIALISED EDUCATION SUPPORT
Braille is a tactile writing system used by people who are visually impaired. It is traditionally written with embossed paper. Learners are taught to read Braille from their first year at school.
The Perkins Brailler is a "braille typewriter" with a key corresponding to each of the six dots of the braille code. Learners are taught to use this device to write Braille
The BrailleNote Apex is the latest in a line of braille and speech output notetakers. Learners migrate to the use of this technology after Grade 4 in each school
Orientation and Mobility, or O&M, is a profession which focuses on instructing individuals who are blind or visually impaired with safe and effective travel through their environment. Teaching these skills are included in the weekly programme of a learner
The white cane is a mobility tool used by people who are blind or who have low vision to get about independently. Learners are taught from an early age to navigate their journey using a white cane.
Low vision is the term used to describe significant visual impairment that can't be corrected fully with glasses, contact lenses, medication or eye surgery. Learners have access to computer technology using screen reader software to access information