Support for Educators

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With more than 185 years of setting standards of excellence in blindness education, Perkins prides itself on empowering educators, professionals and families everywhere by sharing its wealth of knowledge and experience.

Through Perkins eLearning, educators and parents can find the tools and inspiration they need to encourage every student who is blind or visually impaired to discover his or her skills, passion and potential.

Blogs

Get tips from the latest eLearning blogs. Parents and educators are continually updating our blog feed with fresh ideas.

Activities

Search through our extensive list of fun and educational activities for all types of learners.

Resources

Explore resources for students of all ages, abilities and skill levels. eLearning provides an array of resources, so no matter where your child or student is at, we provide support.

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eLearning Teaching Resources

Resources and ideas for creating the best classroom experience.

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We offer credits from our online classes, workshops, tutorials and onsite training. Videos presented by experts on topics ranging from assistive technology in the classroom to overviews of complex medical conditions. Teaching resources offer practical ideas to use in the classroom or at home and publications written by our experts.

All of our eLearning programs draw from the expertise found at Perkins School for the Blind, combined with our national network of authorities. As part of Perkins Training and Educational Resources Program, our programs are supported by a combination of Perkins’ endowment and generous private foundations.

Educational Publications

The most up to date educational publications for teaching the blind and visually impaired.

Earn Credits

Become an invaluable resource to your students with our convenient online programs.

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CVI Hub

Everything parents and educators need to support a child with CVI.

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