Production of Textbooks and Instructional Materials in the United States.

Wall, Robert S.; Corn, Anne L.

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ERIC Number: EJ645096

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 2002

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Production of Textbooks and Instructional Materials in the United States.

Wall, Robert S.; Corn, Anne L.

Journal of Visual Impairment & Blindness, v96 n4 p212-22 Apr 2002

A survey found a wide range of capabilities regarding the production of textbooks and instructional materials for students with visual impairments in 42 states. Shortages of qualified Braille transcribers and inadequate funding were cited as barriers to developing better services. The most effective model was a centralized production center. (Contains 4 references.) (Author/CR)

Descriptors: Academic Accommodations (Disabilities), Blindness, Braille, Elementary Secondary Education, Financial Problems, Instructional Materials, Personnel Needs, Production Techniques, State Programs, Textbooks, Visual Impairments

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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