This person, while wearing glasses, can see less at 20 feet than a person with normal vision can see at 200 feet. Because of the varied extent of visual impairments, it is often difficult to detect such a student in the classroom. The student may appear to get around without assistance, read texts, and even take notes from the chalkboard. They will then work with you to make a successful transition to university life. Students with visual limitations often take notes through the use of a tape recorder.
Some students prefer Braille writing using a slate and stylus.
You can also ask the professor if you can make arrangements to share another student's notes. The method and time allowed for these tasks need to be discussed between the instructor and yourself. A number of options are available, such as tests being given by a reader, large-print tests, as well as additional time for completion of work. This information is also available in Spanish, Braille, on tape, or in large print. Also available are the Webster's new World Dictionary and French, German, and Spanish language texts in Braille.