Orientation & Mobility Through the CVI Lens
Workshop participants will learn about dorsal and ventral stream dysfunctions and how the whole brain is used to map space and complete tasks relevant to O&M.
Cortical/Cerebral Visual Impairment: A foundational overview and understanding (spring term)
An inclusive overview of cortical/cerebral visual impairment describing the condition, its causes and associated medical conditions, and the educational and development impacts of brain-based visual impairment.
CVI in the Occupational Therapy Setting
Occupational Therapy intervention that considers the student’s CVI, their unique visual needs, and multisensory approaches to learning is key to providing access to learning
CVI and Central Auditory Processing Disorder (CAPD)
CAPD is the difficulty or deficits in the neural processing of auditory information, or when the brain has difficulty processing the sound taken in by the ears (asha.org). It’s when the brain and the ears don’t work well together.
An Assessment Framework: Aligned to Brain Function
The Alex Program for CVI, an initiative of Easterseals Central Illinois, uses an approach to assessment that is guided by brain function (ventral, dorsal, and primary cortex)
CVI in Adulthood
A panel of adults with CVI share their experiences, with implications for transition planning
Visual Behaviors of CVI
This training module guides you through the Visual Behaviors of cortical/cerebral visual impairment, as defined by the CVI Center at Perkins School for the Blind.
Making Physical Science Accessible to Students with Visual Impairments
Inquiry-based learning can be used to help students who are blind or visually impaired understand the concepts of magnetism, electricity, and sound
Understanding the Whole Learner: An Occupational Therapy Approach to Supporting Individuals with CVI for Clinicians and Educational Team Members (winter session)
Review the neurological foundations of visual perception and sensory basis of vision and development, as well as delve into occupational therapy evaluation and intervention procedures for learners with CVI