VIDBE-Q Volume 65 Issue 1
Council for Exceptional Children Convention, Portland, OR
DVIDB Pre-Convention Workshop
Implementing Effective Instruction for Students with Cortical Visual
Impairments – Moving from Assessment to Intervention
with Diane Sheline
February 4, 2020 - 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Columbia Regional Program, Portland Public Schools
833 NE 74th Ave, Portland, OR 97213
Registration - www.cecconvention.org
This workshop will provide an opportunity for educators and teams to move from
assessment of students with CVI into effective interventions and instruction. Please join
the opportunity for educators, both local and national, to learn about the latest research in
strategies, quality instruction, and service delivery for children with CVI.
Diane Sheline is a consultant, advocate and author of the book, Strategy to See; Strategies
for Students with Cerebral/Cortical Visual Impairment. Diane received her M.Ed in the
area of education of students with visual impairments and has over 30 years of experience
in the field. She currently works closely with teachers, families and early education teams,
helping to determine best strategies to use which will encourage more consistent and
efficient use of vision in students with Cerebral/Cortical Visual Impairment
(C/CVI). Diane's website, strategytosee.com, provides a variety of information on C/CVI
including how to make unique visual targets (DIY section) and recommended materials to
use with this special population.
