DEAFBLINDNESS EDUCATION

Compiled by Sarah J. Blake
Last modified December 5, 2003

An Overview of Deaf-Blindness
Barbara Miles provides a definition of deaf-blindness and discusses its effects on learning and development.

Implications for Early Intervention Services
This article discusses the importance of being knowledgeable about deaf-blindness for staff in early intervention programs.

Psychological Evaluation of Children Who Are Deaf-Blind
Here are some tips for accommodating the needs of a deaf-blind child and ensuring accuracy in the evaluation.

Teaching Strategies and Content Modifications for the Child with Deaf-Blindness
This article compares some sample modifications for children with hearing impairments, children with visual impairments, and children with both.

Documenting Modifications in the IEP
This article describes a resource under development at the time which will assist in the documentation of modifications for students who are deaf-blind.

Teaching Students to Communicate Their Choices at Mealtime
This article presents some strategies for teaching students who are deaf-blind and cognitively disabled to communicate choices and avoid the tendency of staff to anticipate their needs.

Computers in Our Classrooms
Here are some tips for modifying a computer for use by students who are deaf-blind and suggestions for creative use.

Choices for Young Adults Born Deafblind
This article introduces some of the issues facing teenagers and young adults who have both a hearing and visual impairment and discusses transition planning strategies.

Deafblindness Information and Resources

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