Cortical Visual Impairment

According to the Minnesota DeafBlind child count, as submitted to the National Center on Deafblindness on an annual basis, approximately 30% of Minnesota students with combined hearing and vision loss (deafblindness) have cortical visual impairment (CVI).

The following resources are a small sampling of those available for DeafBlind students who have CVI.

Understanding CVI – CVI NowInformation and resources Understanding CVI Learn all about CVI and the brain! Explore foundational resources about CVI, the CVI visual behaviors, and how

CVI and Active Learning - Active Learning SpaceCVI and Active LearningMany children with significant multiple disabilities also have cerebral/cortical visual impairment (CVI) and thus the question often arises about how to adapt Active Learning materials and an Active Learning approach for these learners. It is important to remember that not all sensory areas are addressed during a single activity and, thus, vision

When considering augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) supports, it is important to consider the DeafBlind student's limited or lack of access to auditory input as well as whether enough vision or visual skills is available to use systems such as eye-tracking devices.

Transitioning from an Object Schedule System to Photos for a Child with CVI – Paths to LiteracyPaths to Literacy Transitioning from an Object Schedule System to Photos for a Child with CVI. For teachers, families, and others interested in literacy for children and youth with visual impairments

What do you need to know about CVI, complex communication needs, and AAC systems? – Perkins School for the BlindLearn about communication tools and adaptive approaches that can work for children with CVI, AAC resources, and parents stories.