Hi - I would avoid putting moving images with assignments. Multiple colors that would be distracting should be used. I would avoid just explaining it in a lecture, but would also include a transcript for clarification.
Thanks!
Jocelyn Williamson
Jocelyn,
Though it might look nice to some, moving images and multiple colors can be problematic for some students.
Renee Shaffer
In the past, when creating PPT lectures, I have avoided using colored text (especially light colors instead I stick with black on white or white on black), too many words on a slide, font that is small or has a shadow to it, and unclear/fuzzy images.
Kristina,
Good ideas. Keep up the good work in helping all learners!
Renee Shaffer
I would keep the presentation clean and simple. Too many stimuli can prove problematic and frustrating for visually impaired students. It would also be a good idea to ask them what works for them in the hopes of fostering ownership and trust.
Sabrina,
Excellent points. It is especially useful to ask the students what has worked for them in the past as they may be more up to date with all of the new technology.
Renee Shaffer
Hello Renee
I have facilitated courses with all walks of life and students who are visually impaired. I would like to note that this can prove to be a challenge as assignments evolve around analyzing primary source documents. I mentioned this to my dean and was able to integrate audio describing the documents and assign students, visually impaired, to content tutors who continue to work with students until success is reached.
Brigitte Powell
BRIGITTE ,
So glad that you brought it to the attention of our dean. Thanks for being in the class and Happy Holidays.
Renee Shaffer
As an online instructor, I add pictures to help student understand the topics. I use many pictures ,graphs and charts to help guide the students.
Sodang,
yes students can be visually oriented but always remember to add ALt text for those who cannot see the photos.
Renee Shaffer
My answer depends of the nature of the visual impairment. Not all people are completely blind, and see nothing. Most visually impaired individuals see something, even it if is just a blur. What i would do with assignments is make sure that the test in a PowerPoint presentation is not so small that it is unreadable. This is may standard strategy.
Donald L. Buresh
Hello Ms. Schaffer and Colleagues, ïŠ
As visually impaired students have difficulty with visually presented material, I would avoid those types of assignments that call for acute visual ability. For example, I would avoid assignments that are color dependent - those where emphasis is dictated by color. I would also avoid assignments that utilize PowerPoints with fades, transitions, etc. as these may be difficult for students with visual impairments.
Sara Fine
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