Keep Lesson Plans Simple
Teachers of the Visually Impaired (TVIs) often tell me how they ran out of time during a student’s session to complete the lesson they had planned whether it was washing…
Teach for the Future Today
Students with visual impairments must be directly taught how to do things that their sighted peers learn incidentally. A baby with sight is incidentally learning how to pour a drink,…
How is the white cane used in teaching the blind?
For children with visual impairments, the cane can be an important tool for developing mobility and independence. Here are some ways that the cane can be used to teach children…
Teaching the blind: The White Cane
For students who are visually impaired, a white cane can be an essential tool for navigating the world safely and independently. Here are some key considerations for educators and parents…
How do you know if your student needs an orientation and mobility specialist.
If you have a student who is blind or has low vision, you may be wondering whether they need a Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist (COMS or O&M) to support…
