AFB provides a wealth of information for educators to support students with vision impairments, including strategies for adapting lessons and using technology in inclusive ways.
Key Features:
Braille Literacy Resources: NFB offers numerous guides and resources to help teachers incorporate Braille into their classrooms.
Assistive Technology: Details on various tools and resources that help students access content in different formats.
Educational Programs: Offers tools for teachers and families to support students’ success in educational settings.
The National Federation of the Blind offers several programs, services, and resources for educators of blind and low-vision students.
Key Features:
Braille Literacy Resources: NFB offers numerous guides and resources to help teachers incorporate Braille into their classrooms.
Assistive Technology: Details on various tools and resources that help students access content in different formats.
Educational Programs: Offers tools for teachers and families to support students’ success in educational settings.
VisionAware helps teachers by providing easy-to-follow guidelines, tips, and resources to create an inclusive classroom for students with vision impairments.
Key Features:
Educational Resources: Offers practical resources and advice for teachers working with students with vision impairments.
Guides for Teachers: Provides comprehensive guides on creating accessible learning environments for students with vision loss.
Interactive Tools: Includes tips on assistive technologies and how to incorporate them into classroom routines.
This website assists educators in selecting and adapting games that promote learning and social interaction for students with vision loss.
Key Features:
Game Recommendations: Provides a curated list of games suitable for students with visual impairments, including tactile and auditory options.
Adaptation Tips: Offers guidance on modifying traditional games to make them accessible, such as adding braille labels or tactile markers.
BrightHub Education is a dedicated site for resources for teaching visually impaired students.
Key features:
Teaching those with visual impairments
General information on visual impairments
Teaching Strategies
Aids and Assistive Technology
Adapted games and toys