Gain understanding of the three assessments included in the essential assessments (EA): functional vision assessment (FVA), learning media assessment (LMA), and screening and assessment in the Expanded Core Curriculum (ECC) content areas.
The course will cover the three assessments included in the essential assessments (EA): functional vision assessment (FVA), learning media assessment (LMA), and screening and assessment in the Expanded Core Curriculum (ECC) content areas. The purpose of this course is to provide assessment knowledge and skills that teachers of students with visual impairments must have to meet the heterogeneous needs of children and adolescents with ocular visual impairment/blindness across the age span of birth to 22 years. This course addresses the assessment needs of students with ocular visual impairments.
Participants will gain knowledge in the background legal requirements for the EA, various protocols to meet the needs of varying acuity and ability levels, and resources available for TVIs toolbox. In addition, participants will be able to utilize various rubrics to improve practice working with students with ocular visual impairments.
Participants will gain knowledge and application skills in the essential assessment (FVA, LMA, & ECC) for children and youth who are blind or visually impaired.
As a result of the learning experiences in the course:
You will have the opportunity to add 3 graduate credits to your registration for an additional $295.00 through Fitchburg State University (Fitchburg, MA). Instructions will be provided to registered participants two weeks before the start date.
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