Writing
Magnetic 9" x 12", Lined, Dry Erase Whiteboards: Helps students practice writing skills. Use magnetic letters to create words and phrases. Magnetic Letters: Form words or phrases with magnetic letters. Large…
Interview Questions
Sample Interview Questions for Students Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired Student Name: First Language: Approximate language or literacy level: Educational goal: What do you know about the students’s level…
Instructional Strategies
PANDA and Minneapolis Adult Education collaborated to produce two training videos to assist teachers and programs to better serve their students with vision loss and blindness. Where to Begin -…
ELL Applications
Blind and visually impaired immigrants and refugees with little or no English proficiency are difficult to count. In addition, they are rarely informed about specialized help that may be available…
Assistive Technologies
There are two types of software programs used by individuals with vision impairments: Screen Readers read all information on the screen including text and graphics. It provides complete navigation of…
Resources
For students in the metro area, Minneapolis Adult Education south campus has trained staff and equipment to successfully serve students with vision loss or blindness. Please call them directly at…
Goals, Strategies and Themes
Transition Strategies Programs may want to consider the following factors when developing transition plans for students with disabilities: Integration – facilitating interactions with peers and community Productivity – helping develop…
Resources
Minnesota Vocational Rehabilitation Vocational Rehabilitation is part of Minnesota Employment and Economic Development. They can help adults with disabilities get evaluated, help prepare for and find employment. There is also…
Identification and Diagnosis
What is the type of hearing loss? What degree of hearing loss is it? The type and degree of hearing loss determines the method of treatment for the hearing loss.…
Classroom Challenges
Signs, Symptoms and Effects of Hearing Loss The hard of hearing person may frequently ask people to repeat. The hard of hearing person may provide an inappropriate response to what…