Explain how optical and non-optical aids help visually challenged person to
develop their skills to a higher level.
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Special optical devices called low vision aids often can enable people to use their remaining vision more effectively and do things they thought were no longer possible . These devices include customised magnifiers for reading , computerised text to speech devices .
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Non-optical aids - These often include (1) Tactual aids (using sense of touch). The visually impaired
can learn to read and write by using a special touch system called the Braille. This system makes use of
raised dots on a paper. (2) Auditory aids (using sense of hearing) include audio cassettes, tape recorders,
audio CDs, audio books and electronic devices like computer / calculators / closed circuit television. These,
with the help of a software program, can transfer text files into sound.
Optical aids - These include lenses and telescopic aids. While suitable lens combinations are used to rectify
visual limitations, the telescopic aids can help to view class demonstrations and the blackboard.
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