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R.I. Gen. Laws § 16-25.1-1. Definitions
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As used in this chapter: (1) “Blind student” means an individual who is eligible for special education services and who: (i) Has a visual acuity of 20/200 or less in the better eye with correcting lenses or has a limited field of vision so that the widest diameter subtends an ang…
R.I. Gen. Laws § 16-25.1-2. Development of program
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In developing the individualized educational program for those students who demonstrate loss of functional vision that renders the reading of print inefficient, the presumption shall be that proficiency in Braille reading and writing is essential for the student to achieve satisf…
R.I. Gen. Laws § 16-25.1-3. Sufficiency of instruction
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Instruction in Braille reading and writing shall be sufficient to enable each blind student to communicate effectively and efficiently with the same level of proficiency expected of the student’s peers of comparable ability and grade level. The student’s individualized education …
R.I. Gen. Laws § 16-25.1-4. Teacher certification
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The board of regents for elementary and secondary education shall require teachers seeking certification to teach students who are blind or visually impaired to demonstrate competency in reading and writing Braille. The board shall adopt regulations, in accordance with the provis…
