In addition, inservice opportunities occur periodically addressing various concerns such as instructional strategies, life skills and orientation and mobility. In most cases, corrective lenses will be all that is necessary to restore normal or near normal vision. This helps not only in visual understanding, but in development of other senses. Confining the work area can be helpful particularly with students who have multiple disabilities. Trays or tables with raised edges keep materials within reach.
Contrast is important.
Coloured bristol board or felt may be used as background for observation of various objects. It is important that materials be bold, sharp and clear. Real-life examples and concrete material can assist in establishing relationships between abstract learning and the child's experience . . . When the class begins a task, it may be useful to check with the student to ensure comprehension. The student may pretend to see or assume that they do.