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An interactive animated dictionary illustrating the workings of the human eye.
Source: LensShopperDescribes the anatomy, physiology and pathology of the human eye; includes graphics, photos, and information about medications.
Source: Ted M. Montgomery, O.D.A listing of accessibility features on Android-compatible smartphones, with Settings information for customizing a device.
Information about aniridia and living with the condition.
Ann Gelles shares a series of animal stories designed to teach contractions to beginning braille readers. "Students are introduced to … whole word contractions and short form words as they learn and practice the alphabet."
Source: California School for the BlindAPH maintains program statistics on children with visual impairments, including types of schools/programs in which they are educated, and their preferred learning medium (braille, print, auditory).
Source: American Printing House for the Blind (APH)APH maintains program statistics on children with visual impairments, including types of schools/programs in which they are educated, and their preferred learning medium (braille, print, auditory).
Source: American Printing House for the Blind (APH)The APH report was conducted in 2005-2006 to analyze mathematics research and studies that meet the criteria for evidence-based practice.
Source: American Printing House for the Blind (APH)This list compiled by the American Printing House includes recorded presentations and interviews going back to August 2005. Links here launch a player to listen online
Source: American Printing House for the BlindThe Quick Tips video series provides weekly ideas (under 5 minutes) for incorporating American Printing House for the Blind (APH) resources into your lessons. Bookmark this idea bank and visit often!
Source: American Printing House for the BlindAmerican Printing House for the Blind, Inc. (APH) maintains an archive of webcast and video presentations on assistive technology devices, including some discontinued products. Most webcasts are available in Powerpoint, Word transcripts, or audio.
Source: American Printing House for the BlindApple picking is a seasonal sensory experience that can be fun for kids of all abilities!
Source: Sensory SunThis site is designed to empower users of Apple products who are blind or visually impaired. This includes the range of Mac computers, iPads, iPhones, iPods, and related applications.
Susan Boswell and Debbie Gray outline the steps in toilet training, including assessment, physical structure, establishing a routine and communication system, and troubleshooting. A list of children's books about toilet training is included.
Source: Treatment and Education of Autistic and Related Communication-Handicapped Children (TEACCH)The Art Beyond Sight Collaborative includes community-based groups and local affiliates of national agencies, museums and other arts-related organizations, elementary and high schools, colleges and universities, national and international advocacy groups, and blind, visually impaired, and sighted art enthusiasts.
Source: Art Beyond SightMaking arts and cultural events accessible to all, including advice for creating accessibility policies, outreach, marketing, and physical accommodations. Requires Adobe Acrobat Reader.
Source: The Kennedy Center/VSA ArtsYour vision may have changed, but it's unlikely your imagination has! Simple everyday arts and crafts can be inspired by any product, any experience, at any time. Here are some ideas to try if you are blind or have low vision.
Source: Vision Aware