Division on Visual Impairments

VIDBE-Q 65.1 Winter 2020

A quarterly newsletter from the Council for Exceptional Children's Division on Visual Impairments containing practitioner tips for Teachers of Students with Visual Impairments, Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialists, and other professionals.

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VIDBE-Q Volume 65 Issue 1 majority of campers, using simple adaptations such as audible equipment, tactile maps, and commentated gameplay allows them to have the same access as their peers. Additionally, almost all campers find information most accessible when coaches and instructors use accessible teaching methods such as verbal cues, tactile modeling, and physical assistance. Campers are empowered to take this knowledge to their communities and advocate for themselves. Developing Self-Advocacy It is essential that campers, when they leave camp, be prepared to advocate for themselves. On the final camper journal question, numerous campers were able to describe why they should be fully involved in physical education and activity and what they need to do to accomplish this. Upon going back to their schools and communities, these campers are prepared to advocate for inclusive physical activity opportunities for themselves. At each activity, campers are empowered to identify the adaptations, accommodations, and modifications that they need in order to successfully learn and master new skills. At camp, they practice advocating for themselves to receive the instructions and equipment that they need to be successful so that they can transfer these skills when they return home.

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