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Brajkovich, Helen L. – Journal of School Health, 1980
The most commonly used chart for testing eye acuity is the Snellen Chart, developed more than 100 years ago. A description is given of the way this chart works, its uses, and its limitations. (JD)
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Optometrists, Optometry, Vision Tests
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O'Kane, Brian – Primary Science Review, 2006
The eyes are the most complex organs in the body. Children's eyes are still developing until they are around 8-9 years old; therefore it is important to check that they are working properly before it is too late to rectify any problems. So how do they work, and why do they sometimes go wrong? In this article, the author explains children's eye…
Descriptors: Vision, Vision Tests, Optometry, Science Activities
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Kees, Martin; Schor, Clifton – Journal of Optometric Education, 1981
An inexpensive computer graphics systems (Commodore PET), used as a video aid for teaching students advanced case analysis, is described. The course provides students with the analytical tools for evaluating with graphical and statistical techniques and treating with lenses, prisms, and orthoptics various anomalies of binocular vision. (MLW)
Descriptors: Allied Health Occupations Education, Clinical Teaching (Health Professions), Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics
Scott, Veronica – Research and Curriculum Unit, 2007
As the world economy continues to evolve, businesses and industries must adopt new practices and processes in order to survive. Quality and cost control, work teams and participatory management, and an infusion of technology are transforming the way people work and do business. Employees are now expected to read, write, and communicate…
Descriptors: Paraprofessional Personnel, Competency Based Education, Vision, Optometry