There are many assistive tools used in the classroom to help visually impaired students. Initially, a young student may use simple tools like large print and environmental changes. As the student transitions through the grade levels, they will need to learn to use electronic and digital technologies. The challenge for the visually impaired student in…
The Amsler grid has been the standard self-monitoring test for the progression of eye disease, but there are apps and a home device that can help detect vision changes. Self-monitoring is important for: 1. Those at risk for developing a sight-threatening eye disease, 2. early detection of changes due to eye disease; and 3. monitoring…
Video Magnifiers and CCTVs Video magnifiers and CCTvs vary in size, but are basically a camera, a screen to view what the camera ‘sees’, and a light source. The size will determine its usefulness for various reading tasks. While most video magnifiers are hand-held and portable, most CCTV units requires its own space on a…
The low vision aids can be divided into 3 basic categories: Browse any of the internet sites, like Amazon or Independent Living, Aids and you will see a vast array of devices called ‘low vision aids.’ Low vision aids can be anything from bold lined paper to the desktop CCTV (closed circuit television).
