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Brennan, V.; And Others – Journal of Visual Impairment and Blindness, 1992
The Low Vision Service of Perkins School for the Blind (Massachusetts) developed a model project to provide comprehensive vision evaluations and follow-up services to 169 children with dual sensory impairments throughout New England. This article describes the project's objectives, the population served, and the procedures for implementing…
Descriptors: Deaf Blind, Demonstration Programs, Hearing Impairments, Intervention
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Schanel-Klitsch, E. – Journal of Visual Impairment and Blindness, 1992
The visual acuity of 8 children, aged 2-7, with low vision and multiple handicaps was effectively tested using the Teller Acuity Cards and a preferential-looking procedure with operant modification. This inexpensive procedure was found to be suitable for at-home testing by itinerant vision specialists in developing countries or rural areas. (DB)
Descriptors: Cost Effectiveness, Multiple Disabilities, Operant Conditioning, Outreach Programs
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Wilkinson, M. E.; Stewart, I. – Journal of Visual Impairment and Blindness, 1993
Records of 360 students evaluated via outreach programs at the low vision clinics of the Iowa Braille and Sight Saving School over a 10-year period were analyzed concerning age, sex, ocular condition, best-corrected visual acuity at far and near, and recommended optical devices. (JDD)
Descriptors: Adolescents, Age, Children, Low Vision Aids