Touch and the Development of the Tactile Sense

Submitted by Charlotte Cushman on Mar 28, 2016
Baby examining toy

This is short tutorial from TSBVI focuses on touch and the development of the tactile sense in children with visual impairments and deafblindness.  We hope that it will help you understand the importance of touch for these children and develop better skills in tactile interaction.  

It includes:
  • Touch: A Critical Sense for Individuals with Visual Impairments
  • Importance of Touch and Tactile Skills
  • Awareness of Existing Tactile Skills
  • Interacting with Others Tactilely / Tactile Communication
  • Articles and Resources on Touch 

 

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