Eye Health and Vision Changes

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Some vision changes are normal as we grow older. This section of our website discusses these vision changes, explains the parts of the eye and how the eye works, alerts you to symptoms of possible vision problems, and provides you with a list of questions to ask your eye doctor, including: You can also learn […]

Visual Scanning with Low Vision

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Living with vision loss can make everyday activities—from walking across a parking lot to finding an item on a shelf—more challenging and potentially less safe. Obstacles, drop-offs, glare, and reduced contrast sensitivity can all interfere with mobility and increase the risk of falls. Fortunately, using organized scanning techniques can help individuals with visual impairments make […]

Albinism and Low Vision

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What Is Albinism? Albinism represents a group of conditions characterized by a defect in the production of the pigment melanin, normally found in skin, eyes, and hair. Any one of many genes responsible for melanin production can lead to albinism. There are two major types of albinism: Oculocutaneous Albinism Ocular Albinism How Does Albinism Affect […]

Lesson 1: Recognizing Assertive Communication

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Name(s) of student(s): Age and grade level: Goal from IEP connected to lesson: Objective from IEP connected to lesson: Purpose of lesson: To learn to recognize assertive, aggressive, and passive forms of communication Materials needed: Internet access, resources for a field trip Introduction Situations arise daily involving the opportunity to assert one’s concerns, rights, or […]