Visual Impairment
The Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA) defines visual impairment as an impairment of vision, that even with correction, adversely affects a child's educational performance.
Assistive Technology for children and adults
Visually Impaired Activity Center- Is an activity center that features a blue tactile plate that vibrates when pressed, a pull-ball that activates a fan, and a yellow plate that plays AM/FM radio.
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Video Magnifiers (CCTV)
- Materials are placed under the camera and an enlarged image of the material is displayed on the monitor.
- The user adjusts a zoom lens to enlarge the image to the desired size.
Text to Speech Software
Text to speech software provides a program that will read to you. Reading is no longer stressful. SIT BACK AND RELAX!