Unit summary

In this unit, you have learnt about basic tactile drawings. Specifically, you have learnt about equipment and materials used in making tactile drawings and graphics. You found out the importance of tactile drawings. You have also learnt about the principles of making tactile graphics and the challenges faced in making tactile graphics.

Reflective questions

1.     In this unit, you have learnt about the challenges of producing tactile graphics. Can you think of any other challenges not mentioned in this unit?

2.     Compare and contrast manufactured and natural materials used in making tactile graphics

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