Online Safety For Visually Impaired Users: Safer Internet Day
Tips and strategies for digital literacy and staying safe online with vision loss, plus online safety for visually impaired users for Safer Internet Day
Tag: Self determination
Ten Lessons My TVI Taught Me
A must-read for teachers of students with visual impairments, here are lessons my TVI taught me as a low vision student and resources for visually impaired students
Wearing Tinted Glasses for Low Vision
My experiences with non-polarized prescription tinted glasses for low vision and light sensitivity from an eye and brain condition
Concert Band and Low Vision Accommodations
Tips for musicians participating in concert band programs with visual impairment, based on my experiences as a clarinet player with low vision
Environmental Accommodations For Low Vision Students
Environmental accommodations for visually impaired students that make school classrooms more accessible for blind, low vision, and CVI access
How To Get Disability Accommodations In Community College
During undergrad, I took a few classes at a community college that satisfied the math requirements for my major, and transferred the credits back to my home university so they would count towards my degree. One of the first things I did after enrolling as…
Participating In Drama and Theater Programs With Low Vision
Tips and strategies for supporting students with visual impairments on stage in theater and drama programs, from a student with low vision
My Talk At A Future Date: What I Wish I Learned About AT Before Starting College
A few weeks ago, I had the opportunity to present a short talk at A Future Date, a free virtual conference event that showcased talks on topics related to accessibility and assistive technology. While I am currently working on a write-up about attending A Future…
How I Keep Track of Assignments With Low Vision
Free accessible apps for to-do lists that help students with visual impairments keep track of homework, plus tips for staying organized in school from a visually impaired student
Implementing Shared Folders For Online Classes
How to eliminate access barriers and create a bridge by converting course websites to shared folders for online classes, suitable for students with disabilities
Veronica’s Four Eyes: All About My Glasses For Low Vision
How to choose the best glasses for your prescription
Dealing With Paparazzi/Unwanted Attention: College O&M
Shortly before my second year of college, I received a few orientation and mobility lessons for learning how to navigate with low vision and a blindness cane. These lessons were helpful for learning general travel skills, but I noticed they didn’t get into specifics about…