Visual Impairments by https://padlet.com/housem13/c4ps7meorr9823j0 Michael House en-us 2020-09-28 20:30:11 UTC 2020-09-28 21:35:39 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f576.png What is Visual Impairment? housem13 https://padlet.com/housem13/c4ps7meorr9823j0/wish/785910975 When one or more parts of the eye or brain that are needed to process images become diseased or damaged, severe or total loss of vision can occur. In these cases, vision can't be fully restored with medical treatment, surgery, or corrective lenses like glasses or contacts" (Salvin, 2016). ]]> 2020-09-28 20:42:13 UTC https://padlet.com/housem13/c4ps7meorr9823j0/wish/785910975 Characteristics of Visual Impairment housem13 https://padlet.com/housem13/c4ps7meorr9823j0/wish/785930289
  • constant eye rubbing or chronic eye redness
  • extreme light sensitivity
  • squinting, closing one eye, or misaligned eyes
  • poor focusing or trouble following objects
  • inability to see objects at a distance
  • inability to read a whiteboard or blackboard, etc., or trouble reading
    • (Savin, 2018)

    ]]>     2020-09-28 20:50:26 UTC https://padlet.com/housem13/c4ps7meorr9823j0/wish/785930289     How to Diagnose housem13 https://padlet.com/housem13/c4ps7meorr9823j0/wish/785948526 Using the common symptom list stated; an ophthalmologist or optometrist would do an eye exam to determine visual acuity. ]]> 2020-09-28 20:58:55 UTC https://padlet.com/housem13/c4ps7meorr9823j0/wish/785948526 Where Do Students with Visual Impairments Learn? housem13 https://padlet.com/housem13/c4ps7meorr9823j0/wish/785956982 Typically, they can be taught in a standard classroom with braille, audiotape, verbal descriptions of visual aids, and other tactile models of graphic materials. However, some students feel more comfortable in the Special Education classrooms with similar accommodations (University of Washington).]]> 2020-09-28 21:02:39 UTC https://padlet.com/housem13/c4ps7meorr9823j0/wish/785956982 Additional Accommodations housem13 https://padlet.com/housem13/c4ps7meorr9823j0/wish/785965155
  • seating to help see teacher or boards, overhead displays, etc.
  • glasses, magnifiers, or use extra lighting
  • voice-activated computers or other assistive technology
  • someone to assist in taking notes
  • extra time to get to classes or complete assigned work
  • go to the school nurse for medication or assistance with visual concerns
  • miss class time to see doctors
    • (Gavin, M.L, 2018)
    ]]>     2020-09-28 21:06:20 UTC https://padlet.com/housem13/c4ps7meorr9823j0/wish/785965155     Socially, students are encouraged to: housem13 https://padlet.com/housem13/c4ps7meorr9823j0/wish/785980942
  • use nonverbal behaviors to indicate interest and to communicate more effectively.
  • respect the personal space of others.
  • make contact according to cultural norms.
  • turn face to the speaker and maintain social interaction.
  • discuss facial expressions (ex. smiling, frowning, etc.) as feelings that occur throughout the day. Help students understand that their facial expressions convey to others how they feel.
  • use an appropriate tone of voice.
    • (Willings, 2019)

    ]]>     2020-09-28 21:14:37 UTC https://padlet.com/housem13/c4ps7meorr9823j0/wish/785980942     Resources for Teachers housem13 https://padlet.com/housem13/c4ps7meorr9823j0/wish/785986173 KidsHealth.Org/TeensHealth.Org: https://kidshealth.org/en/teens/visual-impairment.html

    This resource is great to help guide teachers on accommodations and what to look for in suspected visual impairments. There are multiple articles on this site that are incredibly helpful!

    Teaching Visually Impaired Students:
    https://www.teachingvisuallyimpaired.com/social-interactions.html

    This site goes into more depth about how to teach and identify students that are visually impaired as well. ]]>     2020-09-28 21:17:29 UTC https://padlet.com/housem13/c4ps7meorr9823j0/wish/785986173     Resources for Parents housem13 https://padlet.com/housem13/c4ps7meorr9823j0/wish/785993779 While Teaching the Visually Impaired as great information for teachers, it is great for parents as well, https://www.teachingvisuallyimpaired.com/social-interactions.html

    Great information on social interactions and how to help their child develop!

    Project Ideal: http://www.projectidealonline.org/v/visual-impairments/

    This site has various links to information on numerous foundations for the visually impaired, to help educate!]]>     2020-09-28 21:21:43 UTC https://padlet.com/housem13/c4ps7meorr9823j0/wish/785993779     Additional Resources housem13 https://padlet.com/housem13/c4ps7meorr9823j0/wish/786003508
    The American Academy of Ophthalmology 
    https://www.aao.org/eye-health/diseases/low-vision-resources
    This site has a vast amount of audio resources, large prints, and technologies.

    The World Health Organization https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/blindness-and-visual-impairment also has loads of information on visual impairments including fact sheets and strategies to address impairments!]]>     2020-09-28 21:26:45 UTC https://padlet.com/housem13/c4ps7meorr9823j0/wish/786003508     References housem13 https://padlet.com/housem13/c4ps7meorr9823j0/wish/786011244 Bhargava, D. (n.d.). Identify a Student With Vision Impairment | Sites.Trinity.Edu. Trinity University. Retrieved September 12, 2020, from https://sites.trinity.edu/sensoryimpariment/vision-impairment/definitions-identification-and-professionals/identify-student

    Gavin, M. L. (2018, May 18). Visual Impairments Factsheet (for Schools) (for Parents) - Nemours KidsHealth. KidsHealth.Org. https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/vision-factsheet.html

    Salvin, J. H. (2016, September 1). Visual Impairment (for Teens) - Nemours KidsHealth. KidsHealth.Com. https://kidshealth.org/en/teens/visual-impairment.html

    University of Washington. (n.d.). What are Typical Accommodations for Students with Blindness? | DO-IT. Retrieved September 17, 2020, from https://www.washington.edu/doit/what-are-typical-accommodations-students-blindness

    Willings, C. (2019, June 9). Social Interaction Skills for Students who are Blind or Visually Impaired. Teaching Students with Visual Impairments. https://www.teachingvisuallyimpaired.com/social-interactions.html]]>     2020-09-28 21:31:01 UTC https://padlet.com/housem13/c4ps7meorr9823j0/wish/786011244