Seven Myths And Misconceptions About IEP Students
Common stereotypes or misconceptions about students with IEPs, demystified
Tag: 504 plan
Assistive Technology For Dysgraphia
Since I first stepped into my kindergarten classroom, I have used some form of assistive technology for dysgraphia every day of my life and in every single one of my classes and jobs, from K-12 to college to graduate school. Even though my handwriting has…
What’s In My Backpack: High School Student With Low Vision
Everything I brought in my bag in high school
Computer Lab Accommodations For Low Vision Students
As a student with low vision who spends a lot of time in computer labs, I’ve worked with several teachers to create a list of options on implementing computer lab accommodations for low vision students. Whether students are taking virtual classes, completing in-class activities, or…
Five Common Technology Behaviors That Hurt My Brain
When I was in high school, I sometimes had difficulty explaining how common technology behaviors or other technology in the classroom would hurt my brain, also known as give me a migraine. Many teachers assumed that I was refusing to participate in class, but the…
Disability and Classroom Accommodations For Chiari Malformation
Here is how I explain my brain condition, Chiari Malformation, to people
How I Receive Accessible Quizzes and Tests in the Classroom
When I was in high school, my instructors would provide copies of assignments and classroom materials using a shared folder system that was set up with Dropbox. With this system, I could download copies of instructional content, work on the assignment using my personal device…
Paper Sizes and Low Vision Accessibility
When it comes to receiving physical copies of materials and text-based content, paper size plays a significant role in how I both read and write on a page. Since my vision fluctuates often due to environmental factors, I typically prefer digital materials that I can…
Why I Prefer My Schoolwork Digitally: Updated Edition
Why I prefer to receive digital accessible materials instead of print ones
Adapting Page Layouts: Math Problems and Low Vision
Math assignments often use multi-column layouts and place text or page elements close to each other to save space, which can be challenging for students with low vision that are already dealing with the high demand visual tasks that come with studying math. While some…
Choosing A Tutor For Low Vision Students
Why having a tutor from the same school or school district is beneficial for students, especially those with IEP or 504 plans
Testing Accommodations For Low Vision Students
Print accommodations and assistive technology for taking tests and assessments in the classroom