[claurent]

Yes, I would use 456, 1256 between the parts of the address/directions.

I would ignore it in the chapter heading.  But if you need to include it, use the vertical bar there as well.

Cindi

[claurent]

First let me say this is MY PERSONAL OBSERVATION 🙂

I don't think all the words in Appendix 1 were chosen based on one single logic or plan.  I believe each word was reviewed and voted on and then added to the list (or not, as the case may have been).  It's a list that you really just need to have available in a place where it's easy to check if needed...and sometimes even when you are just curious if the word you are looking for might be on the list.

I'm sorry I can't provide a better answer here.  I've tried and tried to apply my logic to that list and there is always an exception to my logic...so I have the list in a place I can use it frequently.

[claurent]

Margins for transcriber's notes will not change.  A TN can be placed within text if it is seven words or less.  The "standard" transcriber's note has margins of 7-5.

[claurent]

The directions should be blocked in cell 5.

The itemized material should begin in cell 1.  Uncontract the syllables.  Leave a space between the syllables as is shown in print.  Usually we place hyphens between syllables, but in this case, since the syllables don't apply to a single word, leave spaces.  The blanks for answers can be omitted.

Cindi

[claurent]

The whole phrase is an equation. Open Nemeth before area, close it after sxs and use no contractions in the words.

Cindi

[claurent]

1) no letter sign is required. This is a factorial sign not common punctuation.

2) Contractions may be used. See 9.3.3 of the Guidelines for Technical Materials.

3) You are correct in your transcription.

4) It may be that the person who prepared the Word doc did not have a math program (Math Type) to type the superscript properly. We are told to follow print but in this case I think I would transcribe it as it should be represented...use the superscripts.

Cindi

[claurent]

Hi Cindi
I have a question concerning embedded spatial expressions in UEB transcriptions with Nemeth encapsulation. The Provisional Guidelines, Additional Guidelines 5.b talks about spatial expressions, however it sounds like this applies to displayed spatials not embedded.

I have the following in an ACT Prep Guide (see attachment):

I transcribed it as follows (see attachment):

Is this correct? or should I follow PG exactly and place it on a new line.

I think what you did is fine. This type of situation has been presented to the BANA Math Committee for further review, but in the meantime, this is the recommended way. Follow the Nemeth rules and put any applicable indicators on the main line of text (as you would do with punctuation). Another suggestion (just in case this comes up): if the spatial expression takes the whole braille line, you could do the opening indicator at the end of the text, do the spatial, and then do the closing Nemeth indicator before the text resumes.

I kept the bold on letters because I deemed it less confusing and to keep the distinction. There are a lot of capitalized variables A-G in this text. Am I wrong to do this?

No, you are not wrong to do that. If you feel the emphasis adds meaning or clarity, it should be included.

On a different subject. In the UEB Instruction Manual Lesson 19 page 19-17, the simbraille shows a Roman numeral page number entry within a table of contents. The grade 1 symbol indicator is used on iii and iv. Is this correct? Is there a rule that I’ve missed concerning Roman numeral page numbers? or is this an error in the Instruction Manual?

According to UEB rules, no grade 1 indicator is required preceding iii or iv. If you have aiii (as in a continuation indicator) it is recommended that a grade 1 indicator be placed between the a and the iii.

Cindi

[claurent]

I am checking...I'll get back to you. I suspect there is no difference, but I want to verify that.

Cindi

[claurent]

If you are already literary certified through NLS, there is an update to that certification available through NLS already. It's not a NEW certification, it's an update. If you are successful in completing the test, you receive a letter of proficiency in UEB from NLS. If you are interested in going through that process, you can apply for that test through the NLS certification program (which is administered by NFB).

Cindi

[claurent]

Thank you.

[claurent]

Graders are all up to speed.

Lessons 6 and 7 have reading material exercises and local instructors can request those from NFB. It's intended that all the Lessons after 6 will eventually have reading exercises.

After you complete Lesson 19 there is a required reading exercise. It must be submitted before doing a manuscript. You request that from NFB as well. UEB manuscripts are not being accepted until January 2016 to allow for those who have started training in EBAE to finish their manuscripts.. If you have already made a request for the reading exercise for Lesson 19, they will be coming to you soon.

Cindi

[claurent]

Not yet...but I have a meeting coming up in a couple days that may bring some more info. Stay tuned. Sorry for not getting back to this one.

Cindi

[claurent]

First, let me say that I am not a music transcriber, so if anything I say conflicts with the music code, please let me know.

You can use the grade 1 word indicator if you want grade 1 mode to apply to more than one symbol. So if you have more than one superscript within one symbols sequence, use the grade 1 word indicator and you are then in grade 1 until the space. You would not need an additional grade 1 indicator within that same symbols sequence. Just remember that you are in grade 1 mode...so no contractions are allowed. To terminate grade 1 mode before a space, use the grade 1 terminator. Also keep in mind that the numeric indicator also sets grade 1 mode. In the example you show below [(6)(14)(56)(35)(3456)(124)] if you had an additional superscript following the number, you would not need the grade 1 indicator before that superscript.

Let me know if you have any further questions!

Cindi

[claurent]

Hi Cindi
A few question about UEB transcriptions with Nemeth encapsulation:
• On the Transcriber’s Note page should we use the same TN as given in BF for Nemeth transcriptions (with current updates date) or change it. For instance:

The Nemeth Braille Code for Mathematics and Science Notation, 1972 Revision, 2007-2015 Updates is used when transcribing technical content throughout this volume.
The Provisional Guidance for Transcription Using the Nemeth Code within UEB Contexts, Approved November 2014, is used to encapsulate any mathematical or chemical formula, including fragmentary expressions. See the Special Symbols page for Nemeth Code switch indicators. No contractions are used in Nemeth mode.
To avoid use of switch indicators when a single word standing alone occurs between two math expressions, a one-word switch indicator is used in Nemeth mode to indicate that the following word is in UEB.

It is not required that a note be made about the provisional guidelines. We are choosing to show it...and if you want to, your TN is good. If you are going to mention the one-word switch indicator, you might want to explain the symbol somewhere as well.

• In the NBA Bulletin Spring 2015 page 19 a pictograph is being transcribed. The print key uses an equal sign, in braille the UEB equal sign is used. Why? Why not the Nemeth equals sign?

This article is in relation to tactiles and was not done using the Nemeth Provisional Guidelines.

• Should a negative or positive number (e.g. -1 or +2) on their own be transcribed in Nemeth mode.

Not necessarily. The provisional guidelines specifically state that simple numbers do not have to be done in Nemeth. If the numbers are used in a math context in the text surrounding the simple number, I might do the numbers in Nemeth so they are consistently shown, but it is not required.

• Are we required to use the Dot locator for “mention” before two-cell keyed items in a table or a tactile graphic?

No. Keys are groups of letters, not symbols.

Thank you

You are welcome!

Mitch
edited by claurent on 10/28/2015

[claurent]

Thanks, Cindi.

I would still need the TN from Braille Formats and insert the print page number before each note number, correct?

Best,
Rebecca

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