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TLSE 594. GRADUATE CAPSTONE SEMINAR IN SPECIAL EDUCATION (1). Investigation of
specific areas of special education including current issues and research. Completion of professional
portfolio as documentation that all required standards have been met. Designed to be taken during the same
semester as student teaching. CRQ: Enrollment in student teaching or minimum of 27 graduate program
hours.
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TLSE 530. EDUCATION OF STUDENTS WITH VISUAL IMPAIRMENTS (3). Introduction to
educational programs, services, and resources for children and adolescents with visual impairments.
Exploration of historical background and sociological and psychological aspects of blindness, and of
legislation, literature, and philosophy related to blindness. PRQ: Consent of department.
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TLSE 531. ANATOMY, PATHOLOGY, AND FUNCTIONING OF THE EYE (3). Lectures and
demonstrations of various pathologies. Includes study of parts of the eye and their function, normal visual
development, abnormalities and conditions that result in visual loss, and functional and programmatic
implications. PRQ: Consent of department.
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TLSE 532. LITERARY BRAILLE (3). Mastery in the reading and writing of Grade II literary Braille.
Development and use of special materials; slate and stylus techniques presented. PRQ: Consent of
department.
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TLSE 533. ADVANCED BRAILLE (3). Intensive study of the Nemeth Code for mathematics and science
notation, music code, computer and foreign language codes, and Braille textbook formats and techniques.
Transcriptions and adaptation of print material, including tests ad worksheets, for individuals who are
blind. PRQ: TLSE 532. or consent of department
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TLSE 534. COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS USED BY PERSONS WITH VISUAL IMPAIRMENTS
(3). Techniques in teaching the use of communications systems developed or adapted for individuals who
are blind or visually impaired, including methods for teaching braille, typing, script, notetaking, sound
reproduction systems, listening skills, electronic reading devices, and calculation with emphasis on abacus
usage. Laboratory experiences. PRQ: TLSE 531 and 532. and successful completion of the PPST/Praxis
I or the ICTS Basic Skills Test, or consent of department
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TLSE 535. INSTRUCTIONAL SYSTEMS FOR TEACHING STUDENTS WHO ARE VISUALLY
IMPAIRED (3). Special methods, materials, and techniques employed in the assessment and instruction of
learners with visual impairments. Emphasis on utilization of low vision, curriculum planning, and
adaptation of subject matter areas. Preschool through high school and learners with multiple disabilities
included. PRQ: Successful completion of the PPST/Praxis I or the ICTS Basic Skills Test, or consent of
department. GPA of at least 3.00, successful completion of ICTS Basic Skills Test, and consent of
department.
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TLSE 571 COLLABORATION PRINCIPLES AND SKILLS FOR PROFESSIONALS WORKING
WITH PERSONS WITH VISUAL IMPAIRMENTS (3). Specific techniques related to inservice training
and team teaching in inclusive settings. Interrelationships between and among families and specialists
working with individuals with visual impairments. PRQ: Consent of department.
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TLSE 573. INSTRUCTIONAL SYSTEMS FOR UTILIZATION OF LOW VISION (3). Procedures in
assessing functional vision of persons with impairments. Instructional techniques in maximizing
utilization of low vision, including training in basic optics, visual development and perception, specific
visual and functional skills, application of low vision devices, and adaptations of materials, equipment, and
environments. PRQ: TLSE 531, or consent of department.
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TLSE 574 ADVANCED ORIENTATION AND MOBILITY (3-6). Reinforcement of orientation and
mobility skills and techniques, with emphasis on use of the long cane for travel. Teaching and assessment
materials, procedures, and techniques; contemporary issues in the discipline; and program planning.
Significant time spent participating in blindfolded and simulator experiences. May be repeated to a
maximum of 6 semester hours. PRQ: TLSE 536 or Consent of department.
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TLSE 580. ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY FOR PERSONS WITH VISUAL IMPAIRMENTS:
ADVANCED TOPICS (3). Advanced features of recently developed technologies used by persons who
are visually impaired. Emphasis on advanced instructional applications. PRQ: TLSE 479 or TLSE 579 or
consent of department.
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TLSE 586A INTERNSHIP IN ORIENTATION AND MOBILITY INSTRUCTION OF PERSONS WITH
VISUAL IMPAIRMENTS (1-12). Supervised instruction including the techniques of safe, independent
travel and the use of the long cane. Observation and participation in residential school, day school, and/or
agency programs for individuals with visual impairments. May be repeated to a maximum of 12 semester
hours. PRQ: TLSE 536 and TLSE 574, or Consent of department.
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TLSE 587K. ELEMENTARY OR SECONDARY PRACTICUM IN VISUAL IMPAIRMENTS (1-10).
Supervised field experience in special education programs in schools, institutions, and other facilities for
elementary and secondary students with visual impairments. May be repeated for experience at both
elementary and secondary levels to a maximum of 12 semester hours. PRQ: GPA at least 3.00, successful
completion of ICTS Basic Skills Test, and consent of department.