An adapted English language textbook has been published for first-graders with visual impairments in Turkmenistan. The book, ‘English I’, was produced by the Turkmen State Publishing Service for pupils in departments for blind and visually impaired children at rehabilitation and educational centres, according to the press office of the Ministry of Education of Turkmenistan.

The textbook was authored by A. Gurbanov, M. Allahverdova and O. Pirnepesova. Teachers from the department for blind and visually impaired children at the rehabilitation and educational complex in Ashgabat also contributed to its development.

The teaching materials have been adapted to take into account the specific characteristics of the children’s visual perception. The publication features large print, high-contrast layout, tactile elements and specialised illustrations. These are designed to facilitate the acquisition of reading and writing skills, as well as other basic learning skills.

In preparing the textbook, specialists in adapted pedagogy collaborated with designers and experts in information accessibility.

The publication aims to expand learning opportunities for children with visual impairments and to promote inclusive education in Turkmenistan.