Students use a combination of vision and other senses to learn, and they may require adaptations in lighting or the print size, and, in some cases, Braille.
Nonverbal cues depend on good visual acuity.
Verbally acknowledging key points in the conversation facilitates the communication process. A student may use a guide dog or white cane for mobility assistance. A guide dog is a working animal and should not be petted. When guiding or walking with a student, verbally offer your elbow instead of grabbing his or hers. Allow the student to determine the most ideal seating location so he or she can see, hear and, if possible, touch as much of the presented material as possible.