Disability Fact Sheet by https://padlet.com/boykins23/j88fuja66nfb2aqk Visual Impairment en-us 2023-07-20 21:45:01 UTC 2026-01-21 22:27:38 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f63a.png Visual Impairments boykins23 https://padlet.com/boykins23/j88fuja66nfb2aqk/wish/2648792938 The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) defines “visual impairment including blindness” as an impairment in vision that, even with correction, adversely affects a child’s educational performance. The term includes both partial sight and blindness. (Nicholson, 2023)



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Naipal, S., & Rampersad, N. (2018). A review of visual impairment. African Vision and Eye Health, 77(1), 1-4.
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Nicholson, W. (n.d.). Visual Impairment Support. Iu1.org. Retrieved July 20, 2023, from https://www.iu1.org/departments/special-education-services/visual-impairment-support#:~:text=The%20Individuals%20with%20Disabilities%20Education,both%20partial%20sight%20and%20blindness.


North Carolina Department of Public Instruction (n.d.). Visual Impairments. Dpi.nc.gov. Retrieved July 20, 2023, from https://www.dpi.nc.gov/districts-schools/classroom-resources/exceptional-children/resources-unique-needs/visual-impairments]]> 2023-07-20 22:00:02 UTC https://padlet.com/boykins23/j88fuja66nfb2aqk/wish/2648793537 Accommodations: boykins23 https://padlet.com/boykins23/j88fuja66nfb2aqk/wish/2648795652 - Recorded books or texts: Depending on severity, student may need texts to be read via audio file or CD.
- Voice Recorders: Students may record responses to classwork on this device rather that writing or typing.
- Enlarged Print/Magnifying Device: Some students may use enlarged print or a magnifying device to see letters.
-Tactile Materials/Braille: Students who are blind may need these resources to distinguish text and to help them navigate.

]]> 2023-07-20 22:11:23 UTC https://padlet.com/boykins23/j88fuja66nfb2aqk/wish/2648795652 Learning Needs: boykins23 https://padlet.com/boykins23/j88fuja66nfb2aqk/wish/2648797317 "Visual impairment is a low incidence condition, but it can have a high impact on student performance. Material and equipment must be carefully chosen to meet the unique needs of each student with a visual impairment. The Exceptional Children Division of the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction has developed a Statewide System of Support for Students with Visual Impairments to help local education agencies (LEAs) understand and meet the needs of their students with visual impairments." (North Carolina Dept. of Public Instruction, 2023).]]> 2023-07-20 22:19:39 UTC https://padlet.com/boykins23/j88fuja66nfb2aqk/wish/2648797317 Characteristics: boykins23 https://padlet.com/boykins23/j88fuja66nfb2aqk/wish/2648799192 Some characteristics of a person with a visual impairment may be: 

  • not be able to see objects at a distance, like on a whiteboard or blackboard
  • having trouble reading (or learning to read) and participating in class
  • not be able to focus on objects or follow them, may squint often and rub their eyes a lot, have chronic eye redness or sensitivity to light
  • bump into things often
]]> 2023-07-20 22:28:12 UTC https://padlet.com/boykins23/j88fuja66nfb2aqk/wish/2648799192 Screening & Services boykins23 https://padlet.com/boykins23/j88fuja66nfb2aqk/wish/2648802214 Often vision screenings are done on children in school. A Snellen Chart (similar to above) would be shown and the student would attempt to correctly identify letters of different sizes. If the test is difficult for the student, or behavior (such as head tilting, or watering eyes) is exhibited to suggest vision issues, the student is referred to an eye specialist. This professional would perform a more thorough exam and, if need be, make recommendations of services necessary for the student. Depending on the severity of vision loss, students may use assistive technology in an adapted setting, or may go to a school specially for the visually impaired.]]> 2023-07-20 22:40:10 UTC https://padlet.com/boykins23/j88fuja66nfb2aqk/wish/2648802214 Social Adaptations boykins23 https://padlet.com/boykins23/j88fuja66nfb2aqk/wish/2648806089 Children with disabilities tend to exhibit delays in play skills. they may:
  • Engage in high rates of solitary play
  • Seek out adults rather than children
  • Become disoriented by quick, unpredictable movements of peers
However, the interactions with peers are formative and necessary for development. There are many activities and games that are able to be enjoyed by all. Explicit instructions should be provided to all children describing inclusive play. Moreover, inclusive dialogue should be taught to all students to avoid any bullying.

For example, there are balls made specially with sound reactive technology that allow those with visual impairments to play many games with their peers. With instruction, patience, and understanding the sky is the limit.
]]> 2023-07-20 22:57:11 UTC https://padlet.com/boykins23/j88fuja66nfb2aqk/wish/2648806089 Resources for Teachers: boykins23 https://padlet.com/boykins23/j88fuja66nfb2aqk/wish/2648807138 In my research, I found a great website for inclusive play. It lists games, devices, and resources for our visually impaired students to have a great time in the classroom!]]> 2023-07-20 23:02:03 UTC https://padlet.com/boykins23/j88fuja66nfb2aqk/wish/2648807138 Resources for Parents: boykins23 https://padlet.com/boykins23/j88fuja66nfb2aqk/wish/2648807782 The American Foundation for the Blind has a host of resources and support for parents. There is also citations of law to encourage advocacy for individuals with visual impairments.]]> 2023-07-20 23:04:47 UTC https://padlet.com/boykins23/j88fuja66nfb2aqk/wish/2648807782