Unless the context otherwise requires, the definitions set forth in this section shall govern the construction of this article. (a) A âfunctionally blind pupilâ means a pupil who relies basically on senses other than vision as major channels for learning. (b) A âpupil with low visionâ means a pupil who uses vision as a channel for learning, but who may also benefit from instruction in braille. (c) A âvisually impaired pupilâ means a pupil who is functionally blind or a pupil with low vision. For purposes of this article, a âvisually impaired pupilâ does not include a pupil who is eligible for special education and related services based on a specific learning disability identified pursuant to Section 56338. (d) (1) âBrailleâ means the system of reading and writing through touch commonly known as Unified English Braille. (2) Nothing in paragraph (1) shall be construed to prohibit the use of Nemeth Code for Mathematics and Science Notation in the teaching of mathematics and science, the use of Music Braille Code, or the use of International Phonetic Alphabet Braille Code.
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