Paths to Literacy can be a useful tool in teacher training programs, inservices or other professional development activities for those working with students who are blind, low vision, deafblind or with multiple disabilities.
Children with CVI or other types of visual impairment may have empty language, where they do not understand the meaning of words or basic concepts.
Optic Nerve Hypoplasia (ONH) presents challenges to children, as well as to teachers and parents. Many children with ONH have sensory processing difficulties & may exhibit autistic-like tendencies.
A psychologist shares a collaborative model of evaluation for students with low incidence disabilities, such as visual impairment. Find out how Teachers of the Visually Impaired (TVIs) and evaluation personnel can work closely together.
Mary is a veteran teacher for students who are blind/visually impaired, including children with multiple disabilities, holding two master’s degrees: one in special education (teacher for the visually impaired/orientation and mobility specialist) and one in school administration.
Spring is in full swing, so grab your favorite books, raid your art supply closet, and get crafty to watch literacy BLOOM!
Discover new strategies to help your student learn braille.
As we settle in for a cold winter season, use these ideas to explore the world around us with adaptations for our students with visual impairments.
Creating a book box by adapting books to support the needs of students. Book boxes can support language and concept development for young children or those with complex access needs.
I know what you’re thinking: “Summer is almost here, and the last thing I want do is think about next fall.”
I get it! However, it’s never too early to start planning for next year. Below are a few steps to take now to ease the back-to-school transition in the fall.