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Accessing the Visual Environment: Learning From One Another
Dates
May 22, 2025, 3:00pm - 4:00pm Eastern
Description
No two low vision programs are exactly alike, but there’s so much we can learn from each other. Following an overview of various state programs learn from a panel of experts of how to encourage device use, the importance of starting early, and effective communication. Through real-word insights, you will gain practical strategies for integrating low vision tools into instruction and daily routines.
Presenters
- Cindy Bachofer, Texas School for the Blind, Low Vision Consultant
- Tara Bowie, Georgia Department of Education, Outreach Education Program Specialist
- Jodi Floyd, Columbia Outreach Center, Coordinator for Project Magnify
Primary Core or ECC Area
Sensory EfficiencyLearning Objectives
- Differentiate between various state low vision programs.
- Describe why early exposure to low vision devices contributes to long-term success.
- Integrate practical insights from the panel into daily routines and instructional planning.
- Summarize strategies used by various programs to foster confidence and consistent device use.