Braille remains a vital tool for communication and access to information for people who are blind or have low vision. To support professionals and others interested in this tactile writing system, we’ve launched a new webpage dedicated to resources, research, and learning opportunities.
The page features summaries of studies exploring braille literacy and braille use in employment. For example, research from the NRTC shows that braille use in the workplace is common, with many professionals using refreshable braille technology (RBT) for tasks like notetaking, presentations, and online activities. Other studies highlight the connection between learning braille in childhood and higher employment rates in adulthood.
In addition to research insights, the page offers links to articles and online courses from the NRTC that discuss the importance of braille in today’s world. You’ll also find resources to learn braille through external organizations like Hadley.
Whether you’re a professional, educator, or someone eager to learn more about braille, this resource provides valuable information to deepen your understanding and support of braille literacy.
Visit our braille page to learn more!
The NRTC focuses on employment outcomes of people with blindness or low vision (B/LV), providing training, technical assistance, and resources for professionals and people with B/LV interested in employment through funding from the National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research grant #90RTEM0007. To learn more, visit our About page and the NTAC-BLV website.