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Mission HADLEY
COURSE CATALOG
The mission of our School is to promote independent
living through lifelong, distance education programs
FREE MATTER
FOR THE BLIND
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for blind people and their families.
The Hadley School for the Blind has been accredited by
the Accrediting Commission of the Distance Education and
Training Council since 1958 and by the North Central
Association Commission on Accreditation and School
Improvement since 1978.
The Hadley School for the Blind
700 Elm Street
Winnetka, IL 60093-2554
Telephone: (847) 446-8111
Toll-free: (800) 323-4238
Fax: (847) 446-0855
Web site: www.hadley-school.org
E-mail: info@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Tuition-Free Distance Education
2002-2004 Large Print Edition
This catalog is also available in braille, on audiocassette,
on IBM-compatible computer diskette and online at
www.hadley-school.org.
Course Catalog
Contents
Faculty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Why Distance Education? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . .3
Admissions Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Four Programs Serving Distinct Audiences . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Not Sure If You Are Eligible To Enroll? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
How To Apply and Take A Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Follow These Easy Steps To Enroll and Succeed . . . . . . . . .8
Eye Reports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Credit Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . .11
Carnegie Units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Transferring Credit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . .12
Continuing Education Unit (CEU) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
.12
We're Here To Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Telephone Communication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . .13
Important Telephone Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
.14
Web site . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . .14
E-mail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Written Communication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . .15
School Policies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . .17
Student Conduct . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . .17
Lesson Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . .17
Number of Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . .18
Grades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Nonstart, Withdrawal and Cancellation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
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Adult Continuing Education
Program and High School Program
Course Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Academic Studies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Braille and Other Communication Skills . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . .38
Independent Living and Life Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
Recreation and Leisure Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . .45
Family Education Program
Course Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
Professional Education Program
Course Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61
Index of Courses by Program . . . . . . . . . . . . .67
Disability Lists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . .70
Our History - A Dream Realized . . . . . . .71
THE FACULTY of the Hadley School meets the quality standards
set by the School and its accreditors, the Distance Education
and Training Council (DETC) and the North Central Association
Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement (NCACASI).
Their academic achievements, along with their professional
accomplishments, provide the School and its students with
superior instruction. In addition, their many years of collective
teaching contain more than 260 years of experience in distance
education alone. The faculty's dedication to their students and
love of teaching has contributed greatly to the Hadley School's
reputation for excellence.
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As a member of the Hadley family, I am in frequent contact with
students all over the world-through telephone, mail and e-mail.
Why Distance Education?
You may have been surprised to learn that all of Hadley's
thousands of students learn through distance education,
which allows students to study individually and at locations
far from their instructors. Here are some advantages of our
distance education program:
You study courses in your home, completely free of charge.
Course materials and teachers' comments on your assignments
come to you through the mail or e-mail.
You can study at any time, at your own pace. Since you
decide when to study, you can choose a time when you're most
alert and least likely to be interrupted. No two people learn at
exactly the same speed. Distance education allows you to study
at your own pace.
You receive specially designed course materials in the
medium of your choice. We do our best to offer study
materials in the medium you can use most easily-braille, large
print or audiocassette. Watch for additional media options,
such as CDs and online delivery.
You are a class of one. When you prepare and mail or e-mail
assignments to your Hadley instructor, he or she will check,
grade and respond to them individually, as if you were sitting
together in a classroom.
You can always call or write your instructor with questions.
If you have a question about what you are studying, you can
call our toll-free number (U.S. and Canada) or write or e-mail
your instructor.
photo of Mrs.Woodfork
From that I derive supreme satisfaction!
- Vileen Shah
photo of Mrs.Woodfork
Admissions
Information
Four Programs Serving
Distinct Audiences
The Hadley School for the Blind offers more than 90 courses
across four programs. Courses relevant to the needs of blind
individuals, their families and professionals working in the
blindness field are continually being developed and updated.
Adult Continuing Education Program
Who Can Enroll?
We welcome you to apply for enrollment if
. you are age 14 or older and
. you are blind or have a prognosis of becoming legally blind and
. you can read and understand courses written in English at the
high school level.
Why Enroll?
. Adjust to life after vision loss
. Learn to read and write braille
. Regain independent living skills
. Explore enriching activities
. Improve self-esteem
My reward is to see students set out to earn their high school
diplomas through Hadley. The ultimate high is to see them
accomplish their dreams by completing our program.
- Karen Woodfork
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High School Program
Who Can Enroll?
We welcome you to apply for enrollment if
. you meet the criteria for the Adult Continuing
Education Program and
. you are a U.S. resident.
Why Enroll?
. Take blindness-specific courses not always available locally
. Take courses in accessible media
. Discover the joys of life-long learning
. Transfer high school credits to a home school
. Earn an accredited high school diploma (See Credit Options,
page 11, for additional information.)
Professional Education Program
Who Can Enroll?
We welcome you to apply for enrollment if
. you are a blindness professional or paraprofessional or
. you work with blind individuals at time of enrollment or plan
to within the upcoming six months and
. you can read and understand courses written in English at the
high school level.
Why Enroll?
. Sharpen your skills to work effectively with your clients
or students
. Become familiar with Hadley's courses that could supplement
local agency programs
. Earn Continuing Education Credits (See Credit Options,
page 11, for additional information.)
Not sure if you are eligible to enroll?
Feel free to call or e-mail Student Services or send an
enrollment application so that we can evaluate your eligibility.
See contact for Student Services on pages 14 and 15.
Family Education Program
Who Can Enroll?
We welcome you to apply for enrollment if
. you are a parent or grandparent of a blind or severely visually
impaired child or
. you are a spouse, parent, adult daughter or son, or adult
sibling of a blind or severely visually impaired adult and
. you can read and understand courses written in English at the
high school level.
Why Enroll?
. Learn to read and write braille
. Prepare for the challenges of raising a child with
a visual impairment
. Benefit from the information and support as your family
member adjusts to blindness
How to Apply and Take a Course
Studying at a distance requires a great deal of commitment
and self-motivation. Once you have decided that you are ready
to invest the time and discipline needed to take a distance
education course, review the courses we offer and select one or
two you are interested in.
Each course listing includes course title, a brief description,
course number, available media, number of lessons and credit. 8
Note any prerequisites for the courses you are considering.
If after reading the course listings you need more detailed
information, call or write Student Services or read the course
details on the School's Web site.
Additional facts to know:
Enrollment is all year long - we don't have semesters, as you are
a class of one! The School is closed the two weeks of Christmas
Day and New Year's Day for a winter break. Students may take
those two weeks off from their lesson assignment submissions
without penalty.
Most courses take six to 18 months to complete.
Braille, English, Internet and math diagnostic/placement tests
are used to place students in the proper course; no certificate is
awarded upon completion of these tests.
Courses in math, English and braille must be taken in sequence
and, therefore, cannot be taken simultaneously.
Follow these easy steps to enroll
and succeed:
STEP 1
Determine which program applies to you and complete the
appropriate enrollment application. Submit the application via
mail, fax or Internet. The enrollment application includes room
to list two courses of interest. If a question does not apply to
your particular situation mark it NA (Not Applicable). Disability
lists can be found on page 70. Respond on a separate sheet of
paper if you are completing the brailled application form.
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STEP 2
Student Services staff will review your Enrollment Application.
For High School and Adult Continuing Education applicants, the
eye report will be reviewed for eligibility as well (see following
eye report section). If your application is complete and you
meet eligibility requirements, you will be enrolled in the
Orientation Lesson. (Professional Education Program students
do not take Orientation.)
STEP 3
If applicable, answer the questions at the end of the Orientation
Lesson and submit your responses to the instructor for grading.
STEP 4
When you successfully complete the Orientation Lesson, you will
be automatically enrolled in the first course you selected or its
prerequisite. If your first choice is not available, you will be
enrolled in your second choice.
STEP 5
Hadley will mail the course material to you in your selected
medium. A welcome letter and contact information from the
assigned instructor will be enclosed in the package.
STEP 6
When you receive the package, first review the welcome letter
and instructional materials. If you have questions, contact your
instructor using the information on the contact card provided.
Otherwise, begin the course and send in your first assignment!
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STEP 7
The instructor will promptly grade and return the assignment
to you with feedback. After you have demonstrated to your
instructor the ability to send in satisfactory assignments, and
depending on the subject matter, you may be approved for
sending in multiple assignments. (You may enroll in a second
course after successfully completing at least three lesson
assignments in the current course.)
STEP 8
Upon successful completion of the course, you will receive a
Certificate of Achievement. A letter will be enclosed with your
certificate indicating whether materials should be kept or sent
back to the School. A course evaluation survey will be mailed to
you as well. Please take a few moments to complete the survey,
and return it to us.
STEP 9
Call or write Student Services to enroll in your next course.
Eye Reports
(Adult Continuing Education and
High School students only)
U.S. applicants must submit an eye report prior to enrollment.
Please ask your medical doctor, ophthalmologist or optometrist
to complete and sign the Hadley Eye Report form included with
the Enrollment Application.
If your eye condition has not changed since your last exam, your
doctor may complete the form without re-examining your eyes.
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If you have an eye examination report as a result of entering a
rehabilitation program or school, you may ask that agency for a
copy of the report. In either case, the report must state that
you are legally blind or have a prognosis of legal blindness. A
person is legally blind if the visual acuity in the better eye, with
correction, is 20/200 or less, or if the visual field in the better
eye is limited to 20 degrees or less. The report must indicate
your current visual acuity or visual field, be on agency or school
letterhead, and signed by a vision professional. A photocopy is
acceptable. If you have any problem meeting the eye report
requirement, contact Student Services.
Credit Options
Many Hadley students are lifelong learners who take courses for
their own personal growth and enjoyment. Others seek credit
through one of the following options:
2-1/2 units
7 units
Science
Electives
Carnegie Units
(High School Program only)
Hadley High School Diploma
If you do not have a high school diploma and you are a U.S.
resident, you can earn a nationally recognized general high
school diploma from the Hadley School. Here's how it works.
Graduation from the High School Program requires that you
complete 16 Carnegie Units.
3 units
1-1/2 units
2 units
English
Math
Social Studies
If you are preparing for college, additional coursework
may be required.
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The School gives credit for most high school units previously
completed. If you earned high school credits from another U.S.
school, please send a copy of your transcript(s) with your
application so that your credits may be validated. Adjustments
to the above requirements will be made based on accepted
prior credit. If you are interested in the High School Program
and would like more information before you apply, please call,
write or e-mail Student Services.
Transferring Credit
If you are currently enrolled in a local high school program
and wish to supplement your coursework with Hadley studies,
complete the enrollment process for the High School Program.
Please inform your local school officials that you wish to transfer
credit upon completion of your Hadley courses.
Continuing Education Unit (CEU)
The Hadley School CEU option is part of a national effort to
recognize self-development and self-enrichment through a
program of continuing education. Some employers, certification
and licensing agencies, and professional associations accept
CEUs as evidence of educational attainment. One CEU is
generally defined as 10 hours of successful participation in an
organized continuing education program under responsible
direction and qualified instruction. The course listings indicate
the number of CEUs awarded for these courses.
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We're Here to Help
The following suggestions and procedures will help you as you
communicate with the School.
Telephone Communication
Before you call, know the purpose of your call and which
department or individual you need. When you call, immediately
ask for the department or person you need to speak to.
(Please do not begin your conversation with your name,
location or course.)
Ask for Student Services if
. you want to enroll in another course;
. you need guidance in choosing a course;
. you have a concern about your enrollment or materials;
. you need replacement materials;
. you want a transcript.
Ask for your course instructor if
. you have a question regarding a topic in your course;
. you need to report a delay in your studies;
. you wonder if your lesson has been received. (Remember,
mailing can be slow, so please be patient.)
Ask for the receptionist if
. you need a course catalog or enrollment application.
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Important Telephone
Numbers
To speak with your instructor or the receptionist:
. U.S., Puerto Rican and
Canadian students
. Persons who are hearing or
speech impaired
. All other students
To speak with a Student Services representative:
. U.S., Puerto Rican and
Canadian students
. Persons who are hearing or
speech impaired
. All other students
. To Fax the School
Web site
The School's Web site is designed for easy access and navigation
by people who use access technology. The address is
www.hadley-school.org.
(800) 323-4238 (toll-free)
(847) 441-8111 (TTY)
(847) 446-8111
(800) 526-9909 (toll-free)
(847) 441-8111 (TTY)
(847) 446-8111, extension 2846
(847) 446-0855
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In addition to reading the entire Hadley Course Catalog, you
can also use the Web site to
. apply for enrollment;
. read in-depth details about all Hadley courses;
. catch up on what's new at Hadley, including new courses
not listed in the catalog;
. get to know some Hadley students or your instructors;
. read online newsletters;
. link directly to other organizations of interest.
E-mail
The School embraces e-mail as another form of communication
linking students with the School. Here are e-mail addresses to
keep on hand.
General Inquiries - info@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Student Services - student_services@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Family Education Program - families@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Professional Education Program - prof@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Most faculty and staff have individual e-mail addresses. Ask the
person you want to contact for his or her address.
Written Communication
To communicate in writing with the School, use the
following address.
The Hadley School for the Blind
700 Elm Street
Winnetka, IL 60093-2554
USA
Always include your full name and return address on the envelope.
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Hadley's experienced faculty and top-notch courses are two key
ingredients to successful distance education. Our students bring
self-motivation, the third key ingredient, to that mix.
- Dawn Turco
School Policies
Student Conduct
Hadley students enjoy the privilege of taking courses at
no cost. In return, the School asks students to abide by
the following guidelines.
. Hadley faculty and staff will treat you with courtesy. The same
is expected of you.
. Make your telephone calls as concise as possible. Hadley is
able to provide an 800 number to the United States, Canada
and Puerto Rico, but we do pay by the minute.
. We are happy to work with students on school- or courserelated
concerns. We are not able to counsel students on
personal matters.
. Give us time to meet your request-calling repeatedly often
slows down the process.
Lesson Requirements
You are expected to send your first lesson assignment or
course-related communication within 60 days of enrollment.
If you do not, you will be sent a follow-up letter. Cancellation is
automatic if no communication is received from you within six
months of enrollment. Students outside the United States are
allowed extra time.
You must submit a minimum of one lesson or communication
each calendar month, unless your instructor's requirements
differ. You may be required to resubmit poorly prepared
assignments. Persistent poor performance in a course may
result in cancellation. 18
Number of Courses
Active students in good standing in the Adult Continuing
Education or High School Programs can be enrolled in up to
three courses at one time. Students in the Family Education
and Professional Education Programs may take up to two
courses at one time. Contact Student Services for details.
Grades
Hadley courses that are graded by letter follow this system:
A-excellent, B-above average, C-average, D-below
average/passing, and F-fail. All other courses are graded S-
satisfactory or U-unsatisfactory. You will receive a certificate for
completing any course with a grade of A, B, C or S. Diagnostic
and placement tests are not graded and no certificate is issued.
Nonstart, Withdrawal and Cancellation
If you do not start or you withdraw from a course, one of these
codes will be recorded in your permanent record:
Non-start (NS)
If you fail to complete any work in a course and communicate to
your instructor that you will not begin the course, an NS will be
recorded in your file.
Withdrawal/Satisfactory (WS)
Your instructor gives you a WS grade when you are passing
a course and have achieved personal goals but have not
completed all course requirements. You must request a
withdrawal from your instructor. No certificate is given.
Withdrawal/Transfer (WT)
A WT is recorded in your file, instead of a grade, when you
transfer from a course you have not completed to another
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course. You may request a transfer from your instructor or
Student Services. A succession of transfers may result in your
enrollment in the School being restricted.
Cancellation (X)
Your enrollment in a course is canceled at your request or when
you fail to send a lesson or communication within six months
of enrollment, seriously neglect course work or consistently
perform poorly. When cancellation from two courses occurs in
succession, the School requires you to wait three months before
enrolling in another course. A succession of incomplete courses
may result in your enrollment in the School being revoked.
Secure Your Own Equipment
The Hadley School does not provide basic equipment or
supplies. You are responsible for obtaining equipment and
supplies, which you may need, such as cassette players and
recorders, blank cassettes, braillewriters, typewriters, paper
and envelopes. Students not eligible for Free Matter mailing
will need to affix postage on all mailings to the School.
Return of Course Materials
Hadley course materials are for the sole use of its students.
They are not to be sold or otherwise transferred.
Students should return course materials only when instructed
to do so. If your instructor informs you that materials must
be returned, do not return the materials which contain the last
lesson in a course until you have received a satisfactory grade
on the final lesson. Should you change your mind about a
course after receiving it and choose not to take it or if your
enrollment in a course is canceled, return the unused materials
to the School.
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Adult Continuing
Education Program
and High School
Program
Course Descriptions
Students enrolled in the Adult Continuing Education Program
or High School Program (eligibility requirements can be found
on pages 5 and 6) may select courses from the following course
areas. Students in the High School Program will want to direct
their attention to those courses that carry Carnegie credit
(designated unit).
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Continuing Education Program and High School Program
Media Codes civilization of the past. Prerequisite: Working knowledge of
grade 2 braille. P regular print
online
=
OL =
braille
cassette
B =
C = Course C-CL-151. B. 115 lessons. Credit: 1 unit.
large print LP =
Latin 2
Academic Studies
Freshen existing skills or cultivate new ones. Lifelong learning is
encouraged through the following liberal arts selections.
Read the adventures of Hercules and Jason and the Argonauts,
as well as excerpts of Julius Caesar. These literary passages are
interspersed with advanced concepts of Latin grammar, which
prepare you to enjoy the wealth of Latin literature now in
braille and on computer disk. Prerequisite: "Latin 1" or
instructor approval.
Course C-CL-201. B. 295 lessons. Credit: 1 unit.
Art History Series
English Art History Through Touch and Sound:
The Art of Ancient Egypt English Diagnostic Test
Hadley offers nearly a dozen courses to help you improve your
English skills. To find out which course is most suitable, this brief
test evaluates your knowledge of English grammar and your
writing skills. This test is NOT required for "English Skills 1,"
spelling or literature courses.
Test A-EN-351. B, C or LP. Credit: None.
Basic English
Make the art and architecture of Ancient Egypt come alive! To
help you do so, this course uses an audiotape in conjunction
with the tactile diagram manual created by Art Education for the
Blind. The general characteristics of Ancient Egypt, as well as its
art and architecture, are described from the Archaic Period
through the Late Period.
Course #TBA (to be announced). C with a tactile diagram
book. 10 lessons. Credit: TBA.
(This series is currently in development. Contact Student
Services to find out when this first course will be available.) English Skills
1
Classical Languages
Latin 1
Building from the ground up, this beginning English course
introduces you to the sentence and its parts, subject and verb
agreement, types of sentences and proper usage. Assignments
may be submitted in all formats except for audiocassette.
Course A-EN-551. B or C. 16 lessons. Credit: 1 unit. Through this challenging
course, you can build your English
vocabulary, solidify your knowledge of grammar, sharpen
your analytical skills, and become acquainted with an influential
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Continuing Education Program and High School Program
Punctuation grammar, punctuation and spelling skills. Typed or word
processed assignments are required. Prerequisite: English
Diagnostic Test, or "English Skills 1" and "Punctuation," or
"Elements of Expression."
Course A-EN-151. B or C. 7 lessons. Credit: 1/2 unit.
Elements of Composition
Proper punctuation clarifies what you write. In this thorough
study of 10 punctuation symbols and capitalization, you
demonstrate your improved ability to punctuate and capitalize.
Understanding these symbols will help you write more clearly
and read more effectively. Assignments may be submitted in
all formats except for audiocassette. Prerequisite: English
Diagnostic Test or "English Skills 1."
Course A-EN-111. B, C or LP. 7 lessons. Credit: 1/2 unit.
Spelling: Word Study
Learn techniques for writing smooth, unified, effective sentences
and paragraphs. Frequent writing practice throughout the
course culminates in a well-organized, straightforward essay.
Prerequisite: English Diagnostic Test, or "English Skills 1" and
"Punctuation," or "Elements of Expression."
Course A-EN-251. B or C. 9 lessons. Credit: 1/2 unit.
Elements of Expression
Do you struggle with spelling familiar words? When adding a
suffix, are you unsure about dropping the "e" at the end of a
word? This course will answer your questions about spelling,
abbreviating, capitalizing and forming possessives and plurals.
Course A-EN-651. B, C or LP. 10 lessons. Credit: 1/2 unit.
Applied English
Advanced Composition
Do you need to review basic grammar, punctuation, spelling
rules and general writing skills? This course does that and
helps you choose the right words and build good sentences.
The lessons contain many suggestions for writing effectively.
Prerequisite: English Diagnostic Test or instructor's approval.
Course A-EN-301. B or C. 9 lessons. Credit: 1/2 unit.
Elements of Poetry
Ever wonder what a poem really means? Maybe you've even
wanted to compose one. Perhaps you've written poetry and
want to improve. This course examines the elements of verse
writing so that you can create your own poems.
Course A-EN-711. B, C or LP. 14 lessons. Credit: 1 unit.
Use your mastery of grammar, syntax and general composition
to write in different styles, including persuasive, expository and
narrative. Emphasizing method and creativity, this course takes
you step-by-step through the process of planning, organizing
and writing a composition. Prerequisite: English Diagnostic
Test, or "English Skills 1" and "Punctuation," or "Elements of
Expression."
Course A-EN-051. B or C. 10 lessons. Credit: 1 unit.
English Literature 1
Creative Writing
This course gives you the freedom to express yourself in
both fiction and nonfiction writing. It concentrates entirely on
techniques and content and assumes that you already have
Embark on a survey of English literature from the Anglo-Saxon
period through the Victorian Age. Read selections from
Chaucer's Canterbury Tales, Milton's Paradise Lost, Swift,
Wordsworth and Robert Browning, among many others.
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Continuing Education Program and High School Program
Prerequisite: 10th grade education. work/steps. Prerequisite: Mathematics
Diagnostic Test or
instructor approval. A cassette player is essential. Course A-EN-461. B or C. 8
lessons. Credit: 1 unit.
Course A-MA-451. B or LP. 8 lessons. Credit: 1/2 unit.
English Literature 2
Mathematics 2-Pre-Algebra This course is your guide to some of the best 20th
Century
English literature. You will read short stories, poetry,
biographies, essays and dramas by more than 30 authors,
including Mansfield, Orwell, Shaw and Woolf.
Course A-EN-561. B or C. 8 lessons. Credit: 1 unit.
Early America
See listing in Social Studies section, page 31.
Modern America
See listing in Social Studies section, page 31.
This course covers probability, ratio, proportion, statistics,
percentages, positive and negative numbers, and measures
and graphs. You will also be introduced to both algebra and
geometry. If you choose to read the course and answer
questions in braille, an extensive knowledge of the Nemeth
Code for mathematics is required. You are expected to show
all work/steps. Prerequisite: Mathematics Diagnostic Test, or
"Mathematics 1-General" and instructor approval. A cassette
player is essential.
Course A-MA-501. B or LP. 7 lessons. Credit: 1/2 unit.
Applied Mathematics Mathematics
Mathematics Diagnostic Test
This course offers a quick review of basic arithmetic along
with practical applications. You will review addition, subtraction,
multiplication and division of whole numbers, fractions and
decimals. You will also review percentages and practical applications
such as budgeting, credit buying and measurements. You
must write all calculations in the Nemeth Code. Prerequisite:
Mathematics Diagnostic Test, or "Mathematics 1-General" and
instructor approval. A cassette player is essential.
Course A-MA-101. B. 10 lessons. Credit: 1/2 unit.
This 100-question test is designed to help Hadley assess your
mathematical skills so we can place you in an appropriate
math course. You are asked to complete as many questions as
possible showing all work/steps. Prerequisite: To read the test
and answer questions in braille, a working knowledge of the
Nemeth Code for mathematics is required.
Test A-MA-401. B or LP. Credit: none.
Algebra Mathematics 1-General
Explore the world of symbolic logic, where letters represent
numerical values. In this course, you work with variables in
inequalities, verbal problems, monomials, polynomials,
and quadratic and simultaneous equations. You write your
calculations in the Nemeth Code and are expected to show all
work/steps. Prerequisite: Mathematics Diagnostic Test,
If you're looking for a basic math course that moves along
quickly, this one's for you. You learn to add, subtract, multiply
and divide whole numbers, fractions, decimals and mixed
numbers. If you choose to read the course and answer questions
in braille, an extensive knowledge of the Nemeth Code for
mathematics is required. You are expected to show all
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Introduction to Astronomy "Mathematics 2-Pre-Algebra," or "Geometry" and
instructor
approval. A cassette player is essential.
Course A-MA-051. B. 3 lessons. Credit: 1/2 unit.
Geometry
Go where you have never gone before: explore astronomy.
This course brings the solar system, constellations and origins
of the universe to your fingertips. Written in conjunction with
the Boston Museum of Science, the lessons are accompanied by
raised-line drawings modified for distance education by Hadley.
Course C-RE-401. B, C or LP. 3 lessons. Credit: 1/2 unit.
Introduction to Physics
This course teaches you how to measure line segments, identify
angles and show their relationship to parallel lines and triangles,
and identify and calculate values for plane and solid figures. You
write all your calculations in the Nemeth Code and are expected
to show all work/steps. Prerequisite: Mathematics Diagnostic
Test, "Mathematics 2-Pre-Algebra," or "Algebra" and
instructor approval. A cassette player is essential.
Course A-MA-351. B. 3 lessons. Credit: 1/2 unit.
Doing It the Metric Way
Would you like to explore the physical nature of things? Why
not delve into physics, the science of matter and energy?
Mechanics, heat, sound, light, magnetism and electricity are
covered in a practical, down-to-earth manner. Prerequisites:
"General Science," a working knowledge of the Nemeth Code
for mathematics and some background in algebra.
Course A-SC-061. B. 14 lessons. Credit: 1 unit.
Health 1
Aside from being used generally around the globe, metrics is
the system of measurement in science, medicine and industry in
all countries. Here is your chance to learn this useful system for
measuring length, volume, weight and temperature.
Prerequisite: A background in basic mathematics.
Course A-MA-151. B or C. 7 lessons. Credit: 1/2 unit.
Abacus 1 & 2
See listings in Abacus section of Independent Living and Life
Adjustment, page 40.
No matter how you spend your day, good mental and physical
health enhances your life. This course provides the information
you need to make sound choices about your health and to
integrate good habits into your daily life. Topics include the
impact of stress on mental health, how to include fitness in your
lifestyle, and how to avoid problems with food consumption.
Course A-SC-301. B, C or LP. 7 lessons. Credit: 1/2 unit.
Health 2 Science
General Science
Keep up the good work by continuing your study of health.
This course explains the effects of drugs on your body and
describes how diseases are spread, treated and prevented. It
also suggests how you can access health services, provide first
aid and handle emergencies.
Course A-SC-401. B, C or LP. 5 lessons. Credit: 1/2 unit.
Learn what scientists have observed by probing into the
deeper nature of life, earth and space. This survey of the many
areas within science begins with you and your body. It proceeds
to other life, matter, energy and weather.
Course A-SC-051. B or C. 14 lessons. Credit: 1 unit.
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Life Science
Life depends on the health of the living things around you,
which make up what's called the environment. Study the
earth's inhabitants-from bacteria and plants to animals and
humans-and investigate their interaction with the environment.
Course A-SC-171. B or C. 9 lessons. Credit: 1 unit.
Social Studies
American History
This survey course gives you a foundation for understanding
America today. It covers the causes of the American Revolution,
the Constitution and our political system. It also explores the
changes the nation experienced during the Industrial Revolution
and the movement west, events that led up to the Civil War and
the growth of the United States as a world power.
Course A-SS-061. C. 13 lessons. Credit: 1 unit.
U.S. History 1: The Birth of a Nation
Curious how and why the United States became what it is
today? The U.S. History series provides a thorough description
of the forces that shaped this nation. This first course in the
series examines how the nation and its people evolved. It
begins with the discovery of America, then describes events up
through the new industrial age of 1865-1900.
Course A-SS-011. B, C or LP. 6 lessons. Credit: 1 unit.
(Currently under development. U.S. History 1 and 2 will replace
American History, A-SS-061.)
Citizenship
Learn how the American political system works by exploring the
rights and responsibilities of U.S. citizens. Other topics include
voting rights and procedures, the role of public opinion, political
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campaigning, and how the three branches of government
work together.
Course A-SS-101. B or C. 8 lessons. Credit: 1/2 unit.
Early America
Learn American history from the point of view of the people
who actually lived it. The exploration and settlement by
Europeans, the American Revolution and framing of the
Constitution, the westward movement, and the shaping of
American society and government are illustrated by excerpts
from journals, short stories, novels and poems.
Course A-SS-151. B or C. 8 lessons. Credit: 1/2 unit each in
English and social studies.
Modern America
Visit a key segment of American history through the writings
of well-known authors. You will see the struggle between the
North and the South, the rebuilding of the Union, the
Depression and World Wars through the eyes of people who
lived through these events.
Course A-SS-201. B or C. 8 lessons. Credit: 1/2 unit each in
English and social studies.
World History 1
Learn about the ancient and medieval worlds of the Egyptians,
Babylonians, Greeks, Romans and other peoples of Europe and
Asia. You will read about the rise and fall of great civilizations,
how people survived invasion and natural catastrophe, the
importance of writing and oral tradition, the Renaissance, the discovery
and exploration of the New World, and the Reformation.
Course A-SS-351. B. 12 lessons. Credit: 1 unit.
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World History 2
This survey of the political, economic and social development
of the modern world continues where "World History 1" ended.
The revolutions in Europe and America and the changes and
growth in Russia, India, Japan, Africa and China are all covered,
as well as the World Wars and their aftermath.
Course A-SS-401. B. 16 lessons. Credit: 1 unit.
Transition to the American University
Preparation Starts Early
Give yourself the best shot at succeeding in college. Designed
to help high school juniors and seniors make the transition to
college-level studies, this course explains how to overcome
obstacles, apply to the right colleges and find financial support.
Interviews with blind college students who have successfully
made the transition motivate you to follow in their footsteps.
Prerequisite: Completion of 10th grade in high school.
Course E-CE-301. C. 6 lessons. Credit: none.
Personal and Social Adjustment to Campus Life
Once you've chosen a college, your next challenge is to adjust
to campus life. This course helps you decide where to live,
suggests how to manage on your own and stay organized, and
describes ways to stay safe in your new community. Once you've
settled in, time and stress management techniques enable you
to pursue your studies, yet still have fun. Prerequisite:
Completion of 10th grade in high school.
Course E-CE-351. C. 5 lessons. Credit: none.
Classroom Survival Strategies
Learn study techniques that can increase your academic success.
Techniques for remembering information heard in class and read
in textbooks, low- and high-tech ways to access materials, and
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research techniques are included, as well as ways to advocate
classroom modifications. Prerequisite: Completion of 10th
grade in high school.
Course E-CE-361. C. 6 lessons. Credit: none.
College Bound: Supporting Your Child's Transition
to the American University
Designed specifically for parents, this course complements the
Transition to the American University series. See listing in Family
Education Program, page 56.
Braille and Other
Communication Skills
Braille education continues to be our number one priority.
Discover the communication benefits that braille proficiency
provides. You can also enhance your verbal communication and
typing skills.
Braille Placement Test
Are you already acquainted with grade 1 braille? Do you want
to expand on your skills or review the braille code? This short
test assesses your grade 1 braille reading skills so that you can
be placed in the course best suited for you. When you complete
the test in written or recorded form, you will be enrolled in the
appropriate braille course.
Test E-BR-051. B with C or LP. Credit: none.
Using Raised Markers
Learn to use your sense of touch to adjust settings on appliances
and to identify things in your home by using self-adhesive
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and other types of raised markers. No braille skill is taught or
required. Useful in itself, this course can also be a first step
toward braille instruction.
Course E-BR-601. C and LP. 6 lessons. Credit: none.
Braille
The Braille literacy series should be taken in sequence.
Braille Literacy 1: Tactile Readiness for Braille
Begin teaching your fingers to read. Learn to move them
along lines and down columns of braille. The lessons describe
methods used by efficient braille readers. Since finger sensitivity
varies among people, the course encourages you to develop
your own personal reading style. Paired with "Braille Literacy 2,"
this course helps you build a strong foundation for taking all
other braille courses.
Course E-BR-801. B with C. 5 lessons. Credit: none.
Braille Literacy 2: Learning the Braille Alphabet
Practice the skills mastered in "Braille Literacy 1" as you learn
the letters of the braille alphabet. Exercises introduce single
letters and words used for making household labels. Precise
directions for producing labels for daily living are incorporated
into the lessons. Prerequisite: "Braille Literacy 1."
Course E-BR-911. B with C. 10 lessons. Credit: none.
Braille Literacy 3: Uncontracted Braille
Increase your ability to read and write braille by learning
uncontracted braille in which every word is written out letter
for letter (often called grade 1 braille). The course covers the
braille alphabet, numbers, punctuation and some special signs.
Directions for using the braillewriter as well as the slate and
stylus are included. Prerequisite: Braille Literacy 1 and 2 or the
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ability to read all the letters of the braille alphabet by touch.
Course E-BR-921. B with C. 8 lessons. Credit: none.
(Braille Literacy 3, 4 and 5 are currently in development. Contact
Student Services for enrollment information.)
Relevant Braille
Learn to read and write the braille alphabet and numbers.
Knowing the basics of grade 1 braille will enable you to read
and write personal notes, recipes, addresses and telephone
numbers. You will read from a 10-page booklet and learn how to
write with a slate and stylus (included with the course materials).
Your success in these skills can be the gateway to further study
in "Braille Reading 1." This course is also available in jumbo
(large-cell) braille.
Course E-BR-451 (standard braille). Course E-BR-021
(jumbo/large-cell braille). B with C or LP. 5 lessons.
Credit: none.
Braille Reading 1
This course teaches you to read uncontracted (letter by letter)
grade 1 braille, including numbers and punctuation marks.
You submit lessons in written or recorded form, transcribing all
letters and words exactly as they appear in the lessons. Success
in grade 1 is the foundation for learning the contractions of
grade 2 braille.
Course E-BR-181. B with C or LP. 24 lessons. Credit: 1/2 unit.
Braille Reading 2
The world of reading at your fingertips! Learn all the contractions
and short form words of grade 2 braille and the world of
literature, and independent reading of signage and menus,
opens up to you! You submit lessons in written or recorded form
to your instructor for one-to-one feedback on your progress.
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Prerequisite: "Braille Placement Test" or "Braille Reading 1."
Course E-BR-281. B with C or LP. 28 lessons. Credit: 1/2 unit.
Braille Writing
Hadley math courses in braille, with the exception of metrics
and abacus. If you do not require written math skills, you can
do the reading lessons only. Credit is awarded ONLY upon
completion of both parts. Prerequisite: Good grade 2 reading
and writing skills and braille writing equipment are required.
Course E-BR-301. B with C. 9 reading and 9 writing lessons.
Credit: 1/2 unit.
Braille Music Notation 1 & 2
See listing in the Music section of Recreation and Leisure Time,
page 47.
Write grade 2 braille skillfully! Build on your ability to read
grade 2 by learning all the rules and exceptions for contractions,
short-form words, numbers, punctuation and the letter sign.
After a few months of study, your braille writing skills should
improve tremendously. Prerequisite: Ability to read grade 2
braille and access to braille writing equipment that can
accommodate a 38-cell line.
Course E-BR-101. B with C. 12 lessons. Credit: 1/2 unit.
Typing Effective Braille Reading
Typing for Everyone 1 Increase your braille reading speed and comprehension by
learning the techniques used by experts. A practical guide to
enhancing your enjoyment of braille reading, this course also
covers accuracy, flexibility and comfort. Prerequisite: This
course is for grade 2 braille readers at all levels of interest, with
enough proficiency to study from a braille textbook.
Course E-BR-261. B. 6 lessons. Credit: 1/2 unit.
If your personal or career goals require typing, you must learn
how to type accurately. This course makes it easy for beginners
to learn the keyboard, tabs and centering. This is also an
excellent refresher if you want to enhance your current keyboard
skills and build speed and accuracy.
Course B-TY-061. C. 26 lessons. Credit: 1/2 unit.
Grade 3 Braille Typing for Everyone 2
Have you ever wanted to learn a faster method of writing braille?
Here's your opportunity to master grade 3 braille, a special
system of highly contracted braille that is ideal for note taking
and speed writing. Prerequisite: Competency in grade 2 braille.
Course E-BR-351. B. 35 lessons. Credit: 1/2 unit.
Enter the workforce with confidence! If you already have a
thorough knowledge of touch typing, this course adds to your
skills. It teaches you how to format personal and business
letters, envelopes, memos, multiple-column lists and speed
boosters. Prerequisite: Telephone interview with instructor.
Course B-TY-071. C. 9 lessons. Credit: 1/2 unit. Essentials of Nemeth
College Typewriting To study math or science in braille, you must understand
the
Nemeth Code. With separate reading and writing lessons,
this two-part course enables you to read and write arithmetic,
algebra and geometry. Both parts are required to take other
Strive for excellence in typewriting! This comprehensive course
lets you focus on topics of special interest, such as columns,
word division, manuscripts, footnotes, poetry and composing at
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Introduction to Personal Computers the typewriter. From 75 lessons, you choose
the 50 that best fit
your needs. Prerequisite: Telephone interview with instructor.
Course B-TY-151. B. 50 lessons. Credit: 1/2 unit.
Verbal Communication
Effective Listening
This course helps you understand what a computer is as well as
the pros and cons of using print-enlarging software, refreshable
braille displays and speech output to read the screen. You do
not need a computer to take this course. Please note: This
course teaches basic computer concepts, commonly used
software and types of access technology that can be used by
someone who has a visual impairment. It is not intended to
serve as a training manual or tutorial.
Course F-TE-251. B, C or LP. 4 lessons. Credit: 1 CEU.
Internet Basics
This course can help you listen more effectively. After explaining
the characteristics of a careful listener, it suggests mental
processes you can develop to enhance your ability to listen. It
also describes obstacles that can prevent you from listening
effectively. Note-taking techniques are included, as well as
suggestions for listening to today's media.
Course: E-IL-151. C. 5 lessons. Credit: 1/2 unit.
Technology
Understand the difference between the Internet and the
World Wide Web? This intermediate level online course
enables you to access the largest library in the world to find the
answer. It also enables you to search and communicate online.
Prerequisite: Ability to use your own access technology and
successful completion of the Internet Skills Diagnostic Test.
Course F-TE-401. OL. 6 lessons. Credit: TBA.
Word Processing
Computer technology is an important means of accessing
information. These courses introduce novices to hardware,
software, access technology and the Internet.
Computer Literacy
Internet Skills Diagnostic Test
Want to create documents on a computer? This course enables
you to use WordPad to create letters, memos or reports.
Once you get started, you will be able to save, print or delete
files. You will also learn how to modify text or its appearance.
Prerequisite: Familiarity with a computer keyboard, ability
to type, and access to a computer with Windows 95 or a
later version.
Course F-TE-301. LP, B or C. 5 lessons. Credit: TBA.
(This series is currently in development. Contact Student
Services to find out when this course will be available.)
Can you use e-mail, read Web pages and identify the software
and hardware requirements necessary to complete Hadley's
online courses? If so, then complete this diagnostic test, which is
the prerequisite for "Internet Basics."
Test F-TE-011. OL. Credit: none.
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Independent Living and
Life Adjustment
For developing the adaptive living skills needed in your daily
life, these courses help raise self-esteem and provide you with
information about how to live independently.
Abacus
Abacus 1
Learn to do arithmetic the abacus way. In use for thousands of
years, the abacus is an efficient, accurate tool for doing math.
By using the abacus provided with this course, you can add,
subtract, multiply and divide whole numbers and decimals.
Prerequisite: A cassette player and prior knowledge of
math facts.
Course E-IL-051. B, C or LP. 15 lessons. Credit: 1 unit or
3 CEUs.
Abacus 2
Did you enjoy "Abacus 1"? To further your abacus skills, learn
to compute fractions, percents, quantities, square roots and
negative numbers. Prerequisite: A cassette player and teacher
recommendation after completion of "Abacus 1" or equivalent.
Course E-IL-101. B, C or LP. 5 lessons. Credit: 1/2 unit or
2 CEUs.
Business
Business Law 1
This course shows you how basic legal principles affect your
personal and professional life. By gaining a working knowledge
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of the law as it applies to business practices in the United
States, you can better protect both your personal and business
interests. This course emphasizes the courts and contracts
as foundations of the legal system.
Course B-BS-701. B, C or LP. 5 lessons. Credit: 1/2 unit or
3 CEUs.
Business Law 2
Enhance your ability to protect your personal and business
interests with this course. Topics include sales, commercial
paper, partnerships, corporations, bankruptcy, insurance,
legal research and employment law. Prerequisite: Teacher
recommendation after completing "Business Law 1."
Course B-BS-801. B, C or LP. 5 lessons. Credit: 1/2 unit or
3 CEUs.
Small Business Management
Dreaming of operating your own business? This course provides
valuable tips and shows you how to generate business
solutions and strategies. You learn how to develop and follow
a credible business plan, identify market niches, develop
effective marketing strategies, enjoy good relationships with
employees, and manage cash flow as well as profitability.
Course B-BS-601. C textbook with B, C or LP study guide. 19
lessons. Credit: 1 unit or 4 CEUs.
Introduction to Personal Financial Planning
Since every personal and financial decision you make today
affects your future, let a personal financial plan guide your
decisions. This how-to course helps you prepare your own
financial plan by setting goals; evaluating your earning power;
managing your income, expenses and credit; protecting your
assets; and establishing a savings program.
Course B-BS-361. B or C. 6 lessons. Credit: 1/2 unit or
3 CEUs.
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Career and Employment
Principles of Job Acquisition
Whether you are thinking of getting your first job or making a
career change, you can begin your journey with this course.
Your visual limitations need not stop you from obtaining employment.
This course emphasizes taking charge of your job search
as you uncover job leads and contact employers. Job placement
services are not provided.
Course E-CE-251. B, C or LP. 6 lessons. Credit: 1/2 unit or
3 CEUs.
Independent Living and Life Adjustment
The Human Eye
Gain a better understanding of your eyes: their anatomy, how
they see and how they are examined. Lessons focus on particular
parts of the visual system, along with diseases and treatments.
Course E-RH-071. B, C or LP. 10 lessons. Credit: 1/2 unit or
3 CEUs.
Independent Living
Any uncertainties you feel in the wake of vision loss can be
replaced with a growing sense of optimism as you learn
different ways to accomplish things. This course suggests
techniques and resources to complete the everyday tasks you
once performed with vision or are learning to do for the first
time with a visual impairment.
Course E-IL-371. C or LP. 7 lessons. Credit: 1/2 unit or
3 CEUs.
Introduction to Low Vision
If vision loss is a recent event in your life, this course can help
you take an active role in your rehabilitation. It describes the
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comprehensive eye exam, optical aids, common feelings that
attend vision loss, and community resources that are available
to help.
Course E-RH-301. C or LP. 5 lessons. Credit: 2 CEUs.
Personal Psychology
Have you ever wondered how your actions and reactions affect
people? This course shows how the principles of psychology
apply to your daily life and how to understand yourself and
other people. Topics include motivation, persuasion, emotions,
mental health, job satisfaction and human relations.
Course A-SS-251. B, C or LP. 12 lessons. Credit: 1/2 unit.
Personal Safety: Self-Defense Strategies
Crime in today's society is a fact of life. To combat this reality,
this course describes self-defense strategies you can use
to reduce risk and increase safety. No hands-on practice is
included, however. Due to the sensitive nature of the material,
reader discretion is advised.
Course E-IL-911. B, C or LP. 9 lessons. Credit: 2 CEUs.
Self-Esteem and Adjusting with Blindness
Whether you were born visually impaired or lost vision later in
life, this course can help you adjust to life's demands.
Maintaining self-esteem with the changes and adaptations
that come with blindness are discussed in depth and illustrated
with quotes from many blind persons.
Course E-RH-201. B, C, LP or P. 10 lessons. Credit: 1 unit or
4 CEUs.
Self-Help Groups: An Introduction
Meeting with others in similar circumstances often helps people
through times of change. This course describes the benefits of
self-help groups and explains how they operate. It can help you
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decide whether to join a self-help group for blind or visually
impaired people or their families.
Course E-IL-501. C or LP. 4 lessons. Credit: 1 CEU.
Self-Help Groups: Advanced Topics
"Eggs and Dairy," "Fruits and Vegetables," "Grains and
Sweets" or "A Social Perspective." Each course suggests
preparation techniques, organizational skills, adaptive devices
and techniques, as well as practical tips. High school students
must successfully complete all five mini-courses to earn one
Carnegie unit of credit.
(This series is currently in development. Contact Student
Services for an update on when courses will be available.)
Thinking about starting a self-help group? This course can help
transform your idea into reality. It describes the skills needed
to plan, organize and lead a self-help group for blind or visually
impaired people or their family members. Prerequisite:
"Self-Help Groups: An Introduction" or instructor approval.
Course E-IL-551. C or LP. 4 lessons. Credit: 2 CEUs.
Using Raised Markers Recreation and
Leisure Time
Through every stage of life, you can enjoy personal enrichment
through courses such as music, foreign languages and chess.
This course shows you how to use your sense of touch (via
raised markers) to accomplish tasks such as setting the oven,
distinguishing shampoo from conditioner and identifying
canned foods. No braille skill is taught or required. Many ideas
are offered, and you choose the ones that work best for you.
Course E-BR-601. C. 6 lessons. Credit: none.
Bible Studies You, Your Eyes and Your Diabetes
New Testament Survey
From Matthew to Revelation, you will study the New Testament
book-by-book as you learn about the life of Jesus and the
beginnings of the Christian church. Prerequisite: You need to
have a Bible in an accessible format.
Course C-BB-051. B or C. 12 lessons. Credit: none.
Do you or a family member have diabetes? Then you may want
to learn more about diabetes, the structure of the eye, and the
impact of diabetes on the eye. This course includes suggestions
for blood sugar control, nutrition, exercise, insulin management
and other health precautions.
Course E-RH-161. B, C or LP. 9 lessons. Credit: 1/2 unit or
3 CEUs.
Old Testament Law and History
Foods Series
This series explains food preparation concepts that enable
you to prepare healthy dishes to enjoy on your own and with
others. Choose from five mini-courses: "Meat, Poultry and Fish,"
As you study the Old Testament books from Genesis through
Esther, you will examine ideas that continue to influence
our world. Prerequisite: You need to have a Bible in an
accessible format.
Course C-BB-101. B or C. 12 lessons. Credit: none.
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Old Testament Poetry and Prophecy
Discover timeless poetry and profound prophecies in the
Old Testament books from Job through Malachi. Prerequisite:
You need to have a Bible in an accessible format.
Course C-BB-151. B or C. 12 lessons. Credit: none.
Your Bible
Who wrote the Bible? How should I cope with difficult problems
in Bible study? How can I obtain books that will increase my
understanding of the Bible? This course will help you answer
these questions and understand the historical background of the
English Bible. Prerequisite: You need to have a Bible in an
accessible format.
Course C-BB-201. B or C. 12 lessons. Credit: none.
Modern Languages
Basic Conversational French
Learn the French phrases essential for traveling, meeting
people, shopping, ordering in a restaurant and much more.
Each lesson introduces you to French culture and customs,
such as entertainment, pastimes and socializing. After you
practice the expressions and make a brief submission on
cassette, the instructor offers suggestions on how to improve
your verbal expression.
Course C-ML-211. C, C with B study guide, or C with LP
study guide. 30 lessons. Credit: 1/2 unit.
Basic Conversational Spanish
Learn the basics of Spanish conversation that open the door to
meeting people and performing basic tasks such as shopping,
talking on the phone and ordering in a restaurant. This course
promotes fluency in the Spanish language at a basic level. It
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helps you converse with Spanish-speaking people at home and
abroad in a relaxed, mutually informative way.
Course C-ML-071. C, C with B study guide, or C with LP
study guide. 25 lessons. Credit: 1/2 unit.
Music
Braille Music Notation 1
Learn basic symbols and formats of the braille music code so
you can enjoy the vast number of braille music scores now
available. Assignments consist of short exercises, which you play
or sing for your instructor. This course emphasizes keyboard
music but also accommodates other instruments and includes
an optional lesson on vocal music. Prerequisites: Accuracy in
reading and writing grade 2 braille. You must submit a letter in
grade 2 braille describing your music training and interests.
Course C-MU-051. B. 20 lessons. Credit: 1/2 unit.
Braille Music Notation 2
Through this course, you will learn additional symbols and
formats. Thus, you will be able to understand an even greater
variety of musical scores, for classical or popular music, at all
levels of difficulty. Prerequisite: "Braille Music Notation 1."
Course C-MU-061. B. 7 lessons. Credit: 1/2 unit.
A History of People and Music
This rich survey introduces you to the history, terminology and
theory of music. The course emphasizes European and American
music. You will learn how music has evolved, how it has been
influenced by historical events and how it affects modern life.
Course C-MU-101. B. 22 lessons. Credit: 1 unit.
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Continuing Education Program and High School Program
Recreation
A Birdsong Tutor
Planting in pots makes growing fruits and vegetables accessible-
and the end results taste good. This course also enables you to
apply what you learn to growing flowers.
Course C-RE-101. B, C or LP. 7 lessons. Credit: none.
On the Move in the Great Outdoors
The distinctive chirp of a bird in spring is a familiar joy to most
people. Would you like to identify less common birds? Try this
introduction to identifying birdsongs and other sounds
of nature, which was developed especially for visually
impaired people.
Course C-RE-201. C. 4 lessons. Credit: none.
Accessing Local Sports and Recreation Programs
Enjoy the great outdoors while getting energized through
physical activities. This course describes safe techniques for
walking along roads and paths using a cane, dog guide or
sighted guide. You also learn techniques for trail hiking,
camping, tandem bicycling, canoeing, rowing and cross-country
skiing accompanied by a sighted guide.
Course C-RE-301. B, C or LP. 4 lessons. Credit: none.
Physical Fitness
Get involved in the sports scene and start exploring your
recreation options. This course helps you think through the
process of accessing recreation and sports opportunities in
your home and community. The personal stories of blind
persons active in sports may inspire you to pursue your interest
in skiing, bowling, baseball or other recreation.
Course C-RE-601. B, C or LP. 3 lessons. Credit: none.
Chess
Do you have an urge to exercise? This course will not only show
you how to increase your strength and flexibility, it will also help
you manage your weight and relieve stress. Suitable for most
people, the course takes you through a variety of refreshing
movements.
Course C-RE-501. C. 26 reports. Credit: none.
Introduction to Astronomy
See listing in Science section of Academic Studies, page 29.
Foods Series
See listing in Independent Living and Life Adjustment, page 44.
Welcome to the wonderful world of chess-a world of strategy,
foresight and decision-making. The course is perfect for the
student who lacks any knowledge of the game and very helpful
for the student with limited chess experience. You will become
well acquainted with the chessboard, the chessmen and their
moves, and chess notation used by blind people. You will also
learn those strategies and maneuvers necessary for you to
play a solid game of chess. Prerequisite: Proficiency in using
grade 2 braille.
Course: C-RE-071. B. 5 lessons. Credit: none.
Container Gardening
NOTE: Any Adult Continuing Education or High School student
who is a parent of a blind or visually impaired child is eligible to
take a selection of courses found in the Family Education
Program listings. Family Education courses begin on page 51.
Even if you live in an apartment or have little outdoor space,
you can enjoy the delicious delights that every gardener knows.
51
Family Education
Program
Course Descriptions
The Family Education Program focuses on independent living,
technology, advocacy and adjustment to blindness issues.
While some of the courses were written for adults who are
blind or severely visually impaired, they also contain important
information for a family member. Other courses have been
developed specifically for family members.
Family Education Program students may select from the
following offerings. (Eligibility information can be found on
page 6.) Please note that the first five courses are listed in a
recommended sequence for parents of young children. The
remaining courses may be of interest to all Family Education
Program students.
52 Family Education Program
Media Codes
P regular print
online
=
OL =
braille
cassette
B =
C =
large print LP =
Family Education
Parenting Series
Parenting: Preparing for the Birth of Your Child
Each course in the Parenting series focuses on the challenges
encountered with particular age groups. This first course in the
series prepares you for the birth of your baby. The tips and
adaptive techniques that it suggests enable you to better plan
and care for your child at this stage of development.
Course E-IL-601. B or C. 5 lessons. Credit: TBA.
Parenting: Infancy
Ever wish that children came with an instruction manual? Many
issues arise during your baby's first 12 months in areas such as
growth and development, basic care, health, behavior and
safety. This course offers tips and techniques that can help you
become a competent, resourceful parent.
Course E-IL-611. B or C. 4 lessons. Credit: TBA.
Please note: (The Parenting Series is in development. Contact Student
(Curr Services to find out when courses will be available.) ently in
development, the Parenting Series is available to
students enrolled in the Adult Continuing Education Program or
High School Program. Contact Student Services to find out
when these courses will be available.)
Family Education Program 53
Early Childhood
Reach Out and Teach
Many families like to begin their studies with this course.
It focuses on blind, visually impaired and multiply-disabled
infants and preschoolers. Step-by-step teaching techniques
and guidelines help you assess and build on your child's
strengths. Additional resources help you along the way. This
course is recommended if you would like to further develop
your teaching and assessment strategies.
Course D-PC-201. P. 7 lessons. Credit: 3 CEUs.
Learning, Play and Toys
Children love to play! Even though your child will spend time
learning special skills, it's also important to remember that
making time for play is essential. Make learning fun by providing
an environment where playful learning occurs. Choose toys that
motivate your child to explore, interact with others and become
more independent. This course is designed to help you teach
your blind or visually impaired child from infancy to age five.
Course D-PC-601. C or LP. 7 lessons. Credit: 3 CEUs.
Child Development: Early Childhood
How do I deal with my child's handicap? What is orientation and
mobility? How will I toilet train my blind child? This course
explores these and other questions about the development of a
blind or visually impaired child. Strategies for encouraging and
reinforcing learning are included. Students in the United States
and Canada may request additional lessons on videocassette.
This course is recommended if your blind or visually impaired
child is two to five years old.
Course D-PC-101. P. 8 lessons. Credit: 3 CEUs.
Family Education Program 55 54 Family Education Program
Early Independence note. Your loved one is sure to be encouraged by your
efforts.
This course is recommended if your blind or visually impaired
family member is at least three years old. Prerequisite:
"Introduction to Braille."
Course D-PC-501. LP with B. 8 lessons. Credit: 3 CEUs.
Additional Studies
This course suggests ways to approach some of the challenges
that arise when raising a visually impaired child. It presents
information on orientation and mobility, daily living skills and
social skills, which enable you to create a home environment
that fosters the skills your child needs to become independent.
This course is recommended if your blind or visually impaired
child is developmentally three to six years old.
Course D-PC-251. C or LP. 3 lessons. Credit: 2 CEUs. Abacus 1
Raising Responsible Children
Anyone can do math on an abacus. Using the abacus provided
with this course, you learn to help your family member add,
subtract, multiply and divide whole numbers and decimals. This
course is recommended if your family member is at least seven
years old. Prerequisite: A cassette player and knowledge of
basic addition, subtraction, multiplication and division
facts/tables.
Course E-IL-051. B, C or LP. 15 lessons. Credit: 3 CEUs.
As your child's foremost teacher, you can foster your youngster's
sense of responsibility. This course presents practical ways to
help your child acquire self-help skills in personal grooming,
housekeeping and money management.
Course D-PF-201. LP or C. 7 lessons. Credit: TBA.
(This course is currently in production. Please ask Student
Services for updated information.)
Abacus 2
Braille Instruction
Introduction to Braille
Did you enjoy "Abacus 1"? To further your abacus skills, learn
to compute fractions, percents, quantities, square roots and
negative numbers. Prerequisite: A cassette player and teacher
recommendation after completion of "Abacus 1" or equivalent.
Course E-IL-101. B, C or LP. 5 lessons. Credit: 2 CEUs.
Accessing Local Sports and Recreation Programs
Want to read braille visually? This course gives you the tools to
communicate in writing with family members who read braille.
Its goal is to enable you to read and write grade 1 braille. As an
introductory course, it does not make you fully proficient. To do
so, additional study and practice are necessary.
Course D-PF-201. P. 8 lessons. Credit: 3 CEUs.
Braille Reading for Family Members
Enjoy learning to read and write basic grade 2 braille. Label
things in your home, or write your family members a braille
This course helps you explore the recreation and sports activities
accessible to blind people in your home and community.
Testimonies of blind people who are active in skiing, bowling,
baseball and other recreation demonstrate the benefits of
getting involved. This course is recommended if your blind or
visually impaired family member is at least five years old.
Course C-RE-601. B, C or LP. 3 lessons. Credit: none.
56 Family Education Program
College Bound: Supporting Your Child's Transition
to the American University
Learn what you can do to help your son or daughter succeed in
college. Topics range from filling out college applications to
advocating modifications that make courses with high visual
demands meaningful. This course complements the Transition to
the American University series and is recommended if your blind
or visually impaired child is at least 14 years old.
Course D-PF-151. C or LP. 7 lessons. Credit: none.
The Human Eye
Gain a better understanding of the eyes: their anatomy,
how they see and how they are examined. Lessons focus on
particular parts of the visual system, along with diseases
and treatments.
Course E-RH-071. B, C or LP. 10 lessons. Credit: 3 CEUs.
Independent Living
Any uncertainties your family member feels in the wake of vision
loss can be replaced with a growing sense of optimism as he or
she learns different ways to accomplish things. This course suggests
techniques and resources to complete the everyday tasks
once performed with vision. This course is recommended if your
blind or visually impaired family member is at least 10 years old.
Course D-PF-101. C or LP. 7 lessons. Credit: 3 CEUs.
Introduction to Low Vision
Take an active role in the rehabilitation of a family member who
has recently experienced vision loss. This course describes the
comprehensive eye exam, optical aids, common feelings that
attend vision loss, and community resources that are available
to help.
Course E-RH-301. C or LP. 5 lessons. Credit: 2 CEUs.
Family Education Program 57
Introduction to Personal Computers
This course helps you understand what a computer is as well as
the pros and cons of using print-enlarging software, refreshable
braille displays and speech synthesizers to read the screen. You
do not need a computer to take this course. It is recommended
if your blind or visually impaired family member is at least six
years old. Please note: This course teaches basic computer concepts
and is not intended to serve as a training manual or tutorial.
Course F-TE-251. B, C or LP. 4 lessons. Credit: 1 CEU.
Partners in Education
If you are unsure of your rights and responsibilities in the
educational process, this course will help! Topics include the
unique educational needs of children with blindness or visual
impairments, building partnerships with the school system, how
to effectively advocate for your child, and how to positively
impact your child's educational programming. This course is
recommended if your blind or visually impaired child is three to
16 years old and living in the United States (based on U.S. law
beneficial to U.S. residents).
Course D-PC-551. C or LP. 7 lessons. Credit: 4 CEUs.
Self-Esteem and Adjusting with Blindness
Sources of self-esteem and the changes and adaptations that
come with blindness are discussed in depth and illustrated with
quotes from many blind people. This course is recommended
if your blind or visually impaired family member is at least 10
years old.
Course E-RH-201. B, C or LP. 10 lessons. Credit: 4 CEUs.
Self-Help Groups: An Introduction
Meeting with others in similar circumstances often helps people
through times of change. This course describes the benefits of
61 58 Family Education Program
self-help groups and explains how they operate. It can help your
family member decide whether to join a self-help group for
blind or visually impaired people or their families.
Course E-IL-501. C or LP. 4 lessons. Credit: 1 CEU.
Self-Help Groups: Advanced Topics
Are you thinking about starting a self-help group? This course
can help transform that idea into reality. It describes the skills
needed to plan, organize and lead a self-help group for blind or
visually impaired people or their family members. Prerequisite:
"Self-Help Groups: An Introduction" or instructor's approval.
Course E-IL-551. C or LP. 4 lessons. Credit: 2 CEUs.
Using Raised Markers
Make your home touch-friendly! You will learn to mark the controls
on various household appliances so they can be operated
by touch alone. This course offers a wealth of ideas. Working
with your blind or visually impaired family member, you will try
different marking methods and choose the ones that work best.
It is recommended if your blind or visually impaired family
member is at least three years old.
Course E-BR-601. C and LP. 6 lessons. Credit: 1 CEU.
You, Your Eyes and Your Diabetes
Does your family member have diabetes? Then you may want
to learn more about diabetes, the structure of the eye, and
the impact of diabetes on the eye. This course includes
suggestions for blood sugar control, nutrition, exercise and
insulin management.
Course E-RH-161. B, C or LP. 9 lessons. Credit: 3 CEUs.
61
Professional
Education Program
Course Descriptions
If you are a blindness professional or paraprofessional,
Professional Education Program courses will help you become
familiar with Hadley's distance education programs, sharpen
your own skills, and provide the necessary support as your
student/client adjusts to blindness.
Professional Education Program 63 62 Professional Education Program
Media Codes braille. To do so, additional study and practice are necessary.
Course D-PF-201. P. 8 lessons. Credit: 3 CEUs. P regular print
online
=
OL =
braille
cassette
B =
C =
Braille Reading for Family Members large print LP =
Abacus
Enjoy learning to read and write basic grade 2 braille. Write
your student a braille note or show him/her how to label items
in the home. Your student is sure to be encouraged by your
efforts. Prerequisite: "Introduction to Braille."
Course D-PC-501. LP with B. 8 lessons. Credit: 3 CEUs.
Abacus 1
Additional Studies
Accessing Local Sports and Recreation Programs
Learn to do arithmetic the abacus way. In use for thousands
of years, the abacus is an efficient, accurate tool for doing math.
By using the abacus provided with this course, you can add,
subtract, multiply and divide whole numbers and decimals.
Prerequisite: A cassette player and prior knowledge of
math facts.
Course E-IL-051. B, C or LP. 15 lessons. Credit: 3 CEUs.
Abacus 2
Help your students get involved in the sports scene and
explore various recreation options. This course helps you think
through the process of accessing local recreation and sports
opportunities. The personal stories of blind people who are
active in sports may inspire your students to pursue an interest
in skiing, bowling, baseball or other recreation.
Course C-RE-601. B, C or LP. 3 lessons. Credit: none.
Early Independence
Did you enjoy "Abacus 1"? To further develop your abacus
skills, learn to compute fractions, percents, quantities, square
roots and negative numbers. Prerequisite: A cassette player
and teacher recommendation after completion of "Abacus 1"
or equivalent.
Course E-IL-101. B, C or LP. 5 lessons. Credit: 2 CEUs.
Braille Instruction
Introduction to Braille
This course suggests ways to approach some of the challenges
that arise when raising a visually impaired child. It presents
information on orientation and mobility, daily living skills and
social skills, which enable parents to create a home environment
that fosters the skills a child needs to become independent.
This course is recommended if a blind or visually impaired child
is developmentally three to six years old.
Course D-PC-251. C or LP. 3 lessons. Credit: 2 CEUs.
Essentials of Nemeth
Want to read braille visually? This course gives you the tools to
communicate in writing with others who read braille. Its goal
is to enable you to read and write grade 1 braille. As an
introductory course, it does not make you fully proficient in This course
introduces you to The Nemeth Braille Code for
Mathematics and Science Notation. Each of the nine lessons Professional
Education Program 65 64 Professional Education Program
is divided into two sections. The lessons include both braille
reading and writing practice in a logical sequence through basic
arithmetic, algebra and geometry. Prerequisite: Good grade 2
reading and writing skills.
Course E-BR-301. B with C. 9 reading and 9 writing lessons.
Credit: 3 CEUs.
screen. A computer is not needed to take this course. Please
note: This course teaches basic computer concepts, commonly
used software and types of access technology that can be used
by someone who has a visual impairment. It is not intended to
serve as a training manual or tutorial.
Course F-TE-251. B, C or LP. 4 lessons. Credit: 1 CEU.
Learning, Play and Toys The Human Eye
Gain a better understanding of your eyes: their anatomy,
how they see and how they are examined. Lessons focus on
particular parts of the visual system, along with diseases
and treatments.
Course E-RH-071. B, C or LP. 10 lessons. Credit: 3 CEUs.
Independent Living
Children love to play! Even though your student will spend
time learning special skills, it's also important to remember that
making time for play is essential. Make learning fun by providing
an environment where playful learning occurs. Choose toys that
motivate your student to explore, interact with others and
become more independent. This course is designed to help
you teach blind or visually impaired students from infancy to
age five.
Course D-PC-601. C or LP. 7 lessons. Credit: 3 CEUs.
Self-Esteem and Adjusting with Blindness
Any uncertainties your student feels in the wake of vision loss
can be replaced with a growing sense of optimism as he/she
learns different ways to accomplish things. This course suggests
techniques and resources to complete the everyday tasks your
student once performed with vision, or is learning to do for the
first time with a visual impairment.
Course D-PF-101. C or LP. 7 lessons. Credit: 3 CEUs.
Introduction to Low Vision
Whether your student was born visually impaired or lost
vision later in life, this course will help him/her adjust to life's
demands. Maintaining self-esteem with the changes and
adaptations that come with blindness are discussed in depth
and illustrated with quotes from many blind persons.
Course E-RH-201. B, C, LP or P. 10 lessons. Credit: 4 CEUs.
Self-Help Groups: An Introduction
Take an active role in the rehabilitation of a student who has
recently experienced vision loss. This course describes the
comprehensive eye exam, optical aids, common feelings that
attend vision loss, and community resources that are available
to help.
Course E-RH-301. C or LP. 5 lessons. Credit: 2 CEUs.
Introduction to Personal Computers
Meeting with others in similar circumstances often helps people
through times of change. This course describes the benefits of
self-help groups and explains how they operate. It can help your
student decide whether to join a self-help group for blind or
visually impaired people or their families.
Course E-IL-501. C or LP. 4 lessons. Credit: 1 CEU. This course helps your
student understand what a computer is
as well as the pros and cons of using print-enlarging software,
refreshable braille displays and speech output to read the
66 Professional Education Program
Self-Help Groups: Advanced Topics
Is your student thinking about starting a self-help group? This
course can help transform that idea into reality. It describes the
skills needed to plan, organize and lead a self-help group for
blind or visually impaired people or their family members.
Prerequisite: "Self-Help Groups: An Introduction" or
instructor's approval.
Course E-IL-551. C or LP. 4 lessons. Credit: 2 CEUs.
Using Raised Markers
Raised markers can help your student identify and use appliances,
food items, household cleaners, medicine, clothing and
toiletries. This course shows how to use one's sense of touch (via
raised markers) to accomplish tasks such as setting the oven,
distinguishing shampoo from conditioner and identifying canned
foods. Many ideas are offered, and your student chooses the
ones that work best.
Course E-BR-601. C. 6 lessons. Credit: 1 CEU.
You, Your Eyes and Your Diabetes
Do any of your students have diabetes? Then you may want to
learn more about diabetes, the structure of the eye, and the
impact of diabetes on the eye. This course includes suggestions
for blood sugar control, nutrition, exercise, insulin management
and other health precautions.
Course E-RH-161. B, C or LP. 9 lessons. Credit: 3 CEUs.
Index of Courses
by Program
Adult Continuing Education
and High School Program......21
Academic Studies.......................22
Abacus 1 & 2 ...................................40
Advanced Composition..............24
Algebra ...............................................27
American History............................30
Applied Mathematics ..................27
Art History Through Touch
and Sound: The Art of
Ancient Egypt...............................22
Citizenship.........................................30
Classroom Survival Strategies.32
College Bound: Supporting
Your Child's Transition to
the American University..........33
Creative Writing .............................24
Doing it the Metric Way.............28
Early America...................................31
Elements of Composition..........25
Elements of Expression ..............25
Elements of Poetry .......................25
English Diagnostic Test...............23
English Literature 1 & 2.......25-26
English Skills 1.................................23
General Science..............................28
Geometry...........................................28
Health 1 & 2 .....................................29
Introduction to Astronomy.......29
Introduction to Physics ...............29
Latin 1 & 2..................................22-23
Life Science.......................................30
Mathematics 1-General...........26
Mathematics 2-Pre-Algebra..27
Mathematics Diagnostic Test ..26
Modern America............................31
Personal And Social
Adjustment to Campus life ...32
Preparation Starts Early..............32
Punctuation.......................................24
Spelling: Word Study...................24
U.S. History 1: The Birth of
a Nation...........................................30
World History 1 & 2...............31-32
Braille and Other
Communication Skills ...............33
Braille Literacy 1, 2, 3...........34-35
Braille Music Notation 1 & 2 ...37
Braille Placement Test .................33
Braille Reading 1 & 2............35-36
Braille Writing..................................36
College Typewriting .....................37
Effective Braille Reading............36
Effective Listening .........................38
Essentials of Nemeth...................36
Grade 3 Braille ................................36
Relevant Braille ...............................35
Typing for Everyone 1 & 2 ........37
Index of Courses by Program 67
68 Index of Courses by Program
Using Raised Markers..................33
Technology.....................................38
Internet Basics.................................39
Internet Skills Diagnostic Test.38
Introduction to
Personal computers ..................39
Word Processing ............................39
Independent Living and
Life Adjustment ..........................40
Abacus 1 & 2 ...................................40
Food Series.......................................44
Business Law 1 & 2 ................40-41
Human Eye, The.............................42
Introduction to Personal
Financial Planning ......................41
Independent Living.......................42
Introduction to Low Vision........42
Personal Psychology ....................43
Personal Safety:
Self-Defense Strategies...........43
Principles of Job Acquisition ...42
Self-Esteem and Adjusting
with Blindness ..............................43
Self-Help Groups:
Advanced Topics.........................44
Self-Help Groups:
An Introduction ...........................43
Small Business Management...41
Using Raised Markers..................44
You, Your Eyes and
Your Diabetes...............................44
Recreation and
Leisure Time..................................45
A Birdsong Tutor.....................48
A History of People
and Music .............................47
Accessing Local Sports and
Recreation Programs ................48
Basic Conversational French....46
Basic Conversational Spanish..46
Braille Music Notation 1 & 2 ...47
Chess....................................................48
Container Gardening...................48
Foods Series.....................................49
Introduction to Astronomy.......49
New Testament Survey...............45
Old Testament Law
and History ....................................45
Old Testament Poetry
and Prophecy ...............................46
On the Move in the
Great Outdoors...........................49
Physical Fitness ...............................49
Your Bible...........................................46
Family Education Program ....51
Parenting Series..........................52
Parenting: Infancy..........................52
Parenting: Preparing for the Birth
of Your Child .................................52
Early Childhood...........................53
Child Development:
Early Childhood...........................53
Early Independence......................54
Learning, Play and Toys..............53
Raising Responsible Children..54
Reach Out and Teach ..................53
Braille Instruction .......................54
Braille Reading for
Family Members .........................54
Introduction to Braille .................54
Additional Studies .....................55
Abacus 1 & 2 ...................................55
Accessing Local Sports and
Recreation Programs ................55
College Bound: Supporting
Your Child's Transition to
the American University..........56
Human Eye, The.............................56
Independent Living.......................56
Introduction to Low Vision........56
Introduction to
Personal Computers .................57
Partners in Education ..................57
Self-Esteem and Adjusting
with Blindness ..............................57
Self-Help Groups:
Advanced Topics.........................58
Self-Help Groups:
An Introduction ...........................57
Using Raised Markers..................58
You, Your Eyes and
Your Diabetes...............................58
Professional
Education Program....................61
Abacus.............................................62
Abacus 1 & 2 ...................................62
Braille Instruction .......................62
Braille Reading for
Family Members .........................63
Introduction to Braille .................62
Additional Studies .....................63
Accessing Local Sports and
Recreation Programs ................63
Early Independence......................63
Essentials of Nemeth...................63
Index of Courses by Program 69
Human Eye, The.............................64
Independent Living.......................64
Introduction to Low Vision........64
Introduction to
Personal Computers .................64
Learning, Play and Toys..............65
Self-Esteem and Adjusting
with Blindness ..............................65
Self-Help Groups:
Advanced Topics.........................66
Self Help Groups:
An Introduction ...........................65
Using Raised Markers..................66
You, Your Eyes and
Your Diabetes...............................66
70 Disability Lists
Eye Disabilities
Albinism
Amaurosis Fugax Defect
Ambylopia
Aniridia
Anophthalmia
Astigmatism
Atrophy
Cataracts
(including polyopia)
Choroid
Coloboma
(includes of retina
and of iris)
Corneal Dystrophy
Cortical Visual
Impairment (CVI)
Diabetic Retinopathy
Enucleation
Glaucoma
Histoplasmosis
Iritis
Keratoconus
Macular Degeneration
Microphthalmia
Myopia
Neurofibromatosis/
Optic Glioma
Nystagmus
Optic Nerve Atrophy
(including Leber's
Amaurosis)
Optic Nerve Hypoplasia
(underdeveloped)
Optic Neuritis
Optic Neuropathy
Phthisis Bulbi
Retinal
Retinal Degeneration
Retinal Detachment
Retinal Dystrophy
Retinitis Pigmentosa
Retinoblastoma
Retrolental Fibroplasia/
Retinopathy of
Prematurity
Rod-Cone Dystrophy
Toxoplasmosis
Trachoma
Tumor
Uveitis
Vitreous Condition
Secondary Disabilities
Arthritis
Asthma
Brain Injury/Damage
Cerebral Palsy
Developmental Delays
Diabetes
Disability
Loss or decreased
sensitivity in fingers or hands
Memory loss
Motor
Multihandicapped
Paralysis
Seizures
Speech Impairment
Other
A Message from Hadley's President
We are glad you found us!
Learning is a process that never ends. I never fully comprehended
-until much later-the wisdom in my high school class
motto: "When you're through learning, you're through."
With the multiple demands of our careers, families and
community activities, it is a challenge to keep our skills sharp,
interests keen and our contributions meaningful. To do so, we
must commit ourselves to forever being the student long after
our traditional school days.
The fact that you have this catalog in hand indicates a
desire to grow and confront directly the challenges imposed by
vision loss. Continuing to learn is a choice.
Our founder, William Hadley, made a positive choice. He
lost his sight in 1915 at age 55 close to the end of his teaching
career. Blindness did not stop him from teaching or learning.
To continue reading, he taught himself braille and then realized
that he could teach others around the world.
Today, Hadley has an annual enrollment of over 10,000
students from all 50 states and 90 foreign countries. Our
accredited distance education program allows students to study
in their own homes, at their own pace, completely free of
charge, thanks to our many gracious supporters.
May Hadley courses detailed in this catalog fuel
your love of learning!
Sincerely,
Michael J. Bina, Ed.D.
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Our History-
A Dream Realized
When he lost his sight at age 55, William A. Hadley faced many
challenges. A high school teacher, Mr. Hadley taught himself
braille so that he could continue to enjoy reading. He was
saddened, however, to find that there were no educational
opportunities for blind adults.
Frustrated, Mr. Hadley wanted to assist others in acquiring
communication skills that lead to independence. Together with
Dr. E.V.L. Brown, an ophthalmologist and neighbor, Mr. Hadley
conceived the idea of teaching braille by mail. In 1920, the
School opened to its first student, who was personally taught
by Mr. Hadley. When he mailed his first braille course to a
Kansas housewife desperate to continue reading, one wonders if
Mr. Hadley ever imagined the eventual result-a school that has
become the single largest worldwide educator of blind persons.
When Mr. Hadley died in 1941, the School had 800 students.
Today, we have an annual enrollment of nearly 10,000 students
from all 50 states and 90 countries. Our students study in their
own homes, at their own pace, completely free of charge.
We remain committed to realizing Mr. Hadley's dream for
many years to come.
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