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Is Braille Use Related to Employment?
Summaries of several research studies on whether or not Braille use is linked to employment
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Braille Resources
This page is a resource for professionals and others interested in braille. We have summarized several research studies about braille use and the relationship between braille use and employment. Links to online courses and articles published by the NRTC related to braille are provided, along with resources for learning braille through other organizations.
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Braille: What It Is and Why It Is Important
This 1-hour online course discusses how braille is relevant in today’s world and why it is still important for people with vision loss. It also provides an overview of how the code works, equipment used for reading and writing braille, and barriers faced by those who want to learn and use braille. Professionals will find valuable information to share with consumers and support them in learning braille.
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Factors associated with proficient Braille skills in adults
This article provides the results of a research study about six factors found to be associated with self-perceived proficient braille skill versus moderate, minimal, or no braille skill.
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Factors Associated with Proficient Braille Skills in Adults
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McDonnall, M. C., Boydstun, J., & Steverson, A. (2026). Advantages of using refreshable braille devices at work. The New Re:View, 4(2), 84-89.
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McDonnall, M. C., Steverson, A., Boydstun, J., & D’Andrea, F. M. (2025). Factors associated with proficient braille skills in adults. Journal of Visual Impairment & Blindness, 119(2), 97-108.
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McDonnall, M. C., Sessler-Trinkowsky, R., & Steverson, A. (2024). Use of braille in the workplace by people who are blind. Journal on Technology and Persons with Disabilities, 12, 58-75.