Topics include basic optics and magnification principles related to optical devices and methods for evaluating and training functional vision through the use of various optical and non optical devices. Methods for evaluating and enhancing the use of near and distance vision for mobility purposes is also addressed, via techniques and strategies emphasizing the use of unaided vision for concept development and independent travel in various environments. This course provides introduction to basic skills and techniques used in independent travel. Students participate in experiencing travel in a variety of settings with simulated vision loss. Cane travel and other mobility systems are utilized.
Students experience long cane travel in a variety of environments while simulating visual loss.
This course provides students with experience traveling and teaching in more complicated environments. Simulation experiences are provided with blindfolds and low vision simulators. This course covers the development of human organisms from conception to adulthood. Emphasis is placed on normal and abnormal development and how it interacts with cognition, sensation-perception, maturation, and physiology. Learning principles and their application for optimizing development, including visual skills with the low vision population are discussed.