Annotated Descriptor for Blind/Severely Visually Impaired Level III

Funding Guideline Criteria

The student's vision is impaired to the degree that the primary learning mode is not visual. This necessitates extensive adaptations to the learning environment are necessary, specifically to print medium. Individualized programming is required. This may include direct instruction in Braille and Orientation and Mobility.

Descriptors

Student Profile

Formal Diagnosis/Eye Condition (summarize diagnostic information from ophthalmologist report).
Acuity (indicate measure of acuity reported (e.g. 20/200, light perception only, no measurable acuity could be obtained).
Indicate whether the student is primarily a tactile learner or is a dual learner (both tactile and visual).
Report whether the student's vision is stable or is deteriorating.

Resource Profile

Specify the student's primary mode for reading and writing (e.g. braille).
Specify adaptations required to accommodate for the student's visual impairment and access to the curricular expectations (e.g. Braille textbooks and material, Braille'n Speak, classroom braille, audio-tape, brailler, specific computer software etc.).
Indicate whether the student receives consistent direct instruction in braille, orientation, mobility and specialized technology.
Identify whether the student is being monitored by a Consultant for the Visually Impaired.
Break-down of costs.

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