If your child has received a Monarch from their TVI or the Student Pilot Program, you are likely filled with questions and want to support their continued learning at home. The Hive is a resource designed to support your learning and a starting point for specific Monarch needs through their discussion boards and Professional Learning Community. The Hive also offered three webinars to help further explore and understand its abilities.
Tactile graphics are one powerful tool the Monarch can provide to students. Your child will have access to many tactile graphics, and it is key to understand the skills needed to gain the most knowledge from them.
Gaining the Most From Tactile Graphics
As a parent or family member of a child with visual impairments, you know how crucial it is for your child to access educational materials in ways that make sense to them. One powerful tool in their learning journey is tactile graphics—accessible images and diagrams designed to support educational concepts and learning.
But creating effective tactile graphics isn’t just about making a raised version of a picture. It’s about ensuring that the essential information is conveyed clearly and accurately, allowing your child to grasp concepts in subjects like math, science, and social studies. This is where our upcoming three-part course series comes in.
Why This Webinar Series is Important for Your Family
- Webinar title: Determining Instructional Purpose of Tactile Graphics: The first webinar of our series will dive deep into which print graphics can be most effectively rendered in a tactile format. You’ll learn how to determine the instructional purpose of these graphics, ensuring that your child receives the most relevant information. Lastly, you’ll discover how to preserve the original intent of a graphic while making it accessible so your child doesn’t miss out on important educational content.
- Webinar title: Designing Tactile Displays Using the Tactile Graphics Kit: The second webinar is all about practical, hands-on methods for creating tactile graphics using APH’s Tactile Graphics Kit. This is a fantastic opportunity for you to learn alongside your child, exploring how to use materials like aluminum sheeting to craft tactile graphics. You’ll learn how these tools can make learning more interactive and enjoyable for your child.
- Webinar title: Decoding Digital Graphic Design: In the final webinar, you’ll see how tactile skills are taken to the next level by introducing digital graphic design tools. These tools, like PIAF and PageBlaster, allow you to create tactile graphics that can be used with technology, making it easier to produce accessible materials for your child. This session is perfect for you whether you’re new to this area or looking to enhance your existing skills.
How This Series Benefits Your Child with Home Support
Learning to create meaningful and relevant tactile graphics directly supports your child’s ability to understand and engage with complex subjects. These skills are essential for academic success and building independence and confidence in your child’s educational journey.
This 3-part webinar series also allows you to be more involved in your child’s learning process, creating a stronger connection between what they learn at school and how they interact with educational materials at home.
Three-Part Webinar Series
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to empower your child through better access to tactile graphics. Enroll in Mastering the Monarch – APH Hive today! Whether you’re a parent, grandparent, or another family member, this series will equip you with the knowledge and tools to help your child succeed. You can also check out archived webinars and learn another valuable way to engage in your child’s learning at home.