Visits to the Field

For Students who are Blind or Visually Impaired

Opportunities for learning are abundant outside of the classroom, but field trips and fieldwork will be meaningful to students who are blind or visually impaired only if they're accessible. These resources offer suggestions for preparation, accommodation, and making the most of the time in the field.

Making Historic Sites Accessible, English Heritage
Using these practical suggestions will make historical site visits meaningful to students who are blind and visually impaired. Tactile representations, audio recordings, and the use of large print are discussed.

Providing Learning Support for Blind and Visually Impaired Students Undertaking Fieldwork and Related Activities, Geography Discipline Network
This guide identifies the challenges faced by students doing fieldwork in geography, and suggests strategies for overcoming them. Included is advice on note taking, handouts, and the use of maps and other graphics.