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Teaching Science to Young Children With Visual Impairments
A student using straw to measure liquid.

This presentation shown that 2-9 year old can have fun with STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math).

Measuring Liquids
Measuring Liquids with Kate Fraser.

This video demonstrates various ways to adapt measuring spoons, syringes, cylinders, and beakers in the Science classroom when conducting experiments.

Christmas Sequence
Christmas Sequence with Christa Hulburt.

This video demonstrates the use of an adapted book. It is an experience-style book that is based on a Christmas Party at school.

Student Assessment Data Collection, Part 2
Tutorial-Student Assessment Pt2.

Take our tutorial to learn about efficient data collection systems, when it’s appropriate to collect data and how to evaluate student progress.

Student Assessment Data Collection, Part 1
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Learn when it's appropriate to collect data and how to evaluate student progress.

The Maryland Common Core Frameworks for Braille
Image of a student doing math in braille.

This webinar explores the work of the Maryland Braille Task Force and the development of the Maryland Common Core State Curriculum Frameworks for Braille.

The Maryland Common Core Frameworks for Braille
Tutorial-The Maryland Common Core.

This tutorial explores the work of the Maryland Braille Task Force, focusing on Maryland Common Core State Curriculum Frameworks for Braille.

More Than the Law - Some Thoughts on the Transition of Individuals Who Are Deafblind
Tutorial-More Than Law.

In this tutorial, Steve Perreault talks about issues related to transition for students with deafblindness.

iOS Accessibility for Users Who Are Visually Impaired
Tutorial-iOS Accessibility.

Learn about accessibility options in Apple iOS and how to activate them.

Educational Advocacy
Tutorial-Educational Advocacy.

This training module addresses topics of educational advocacy for parents, educators, and policy makers.

Common Core State Standards: Challenges for Teachers of Students who are Visually Impaired
Tara Mason

This tutorial examines elements that distinguish Common Core from previous state standards and the challenges they present

How Can We Create Effective IEPs?
teacher instructing student
Basics for creating an effective IEP for children who are blind or visually impaired.
More Than the Law - Some Thoughts on the Transition of Individuals Who Are Deafblind
A male student is working at a grocery store.

This webinar talks about issues related to transition for students with deafblindness.

Common Core State Standards: Challenges for Teachers of Students who are Visually Impaired
An image of the presenter sitting in front of a screen.

This session examines the elements that make the Common Core State Standards different from previous state standards.

Introduction to Online Workshops
A young boy is reading braille with his teacher.

This webinar presents an overview of Perkins eLearning Online Classes.

Perkins eLearning Portal & The Activity Bank
A student sits at the desk with his teacher.

This webinar presents an overview of Perkins eLearning website and the Activity Bank.

Tips for Modifying the Learning Environment for Children with Visual Impairments and Additional Disabilities
Teacher with students in a classroom
Review classroom modifications to meet your students' individual needs at the beginning of every school year.
Charting Behaviors and Desensitizing Strategies
charting behaviors
Traditional approaches to behavior intervention aren't always effective solutions for every child.

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