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Choosing the Right Assistive Technology for Your Students: Key Considerations for Effective Selection
Empowering Teachers of the Visually Impaired: Choosing the Right Assistive Technology for Your Students Selecting the most effective assistive technology for your students can unlock new ways for them to learn, participate, and thrive in the classroom. Not every tool fits every student, so it’s important to match each student’s unique needs with the right…
Read MoreIEP and 504 Plan Tips for Parents of Visually Impaired Students: Essential Guidance for Academic Success
Supporting Your Child’s Success: IEP and 504 Plan Tips for Visually Impaired Students Navigating the world of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and 504 Plans can feel overwhelming for parents of visually impaired students. The right plan makes a crucial difference in ensuring your child receives the accommodations and support they need to learn and grow…
Read MoreSupporting Children with Visual Impairments: Essential Strategies for Parents and Educators
How to Support Children with Visual Impairments Every child deserves the opportunity to thrive in school and daily life, regardless of their level of vision. We know that with the right educational tools, understanding, and support, children with visual impairments can achieve their full potential. At New England Low Vision and Blindness, our goal is…
Read MoreEncouraging Independence in Children with Low Vision: Practical Strategies for Daily Success
Encouraging Independence in Children with Low Vision Empowering children with low vision to become independent is essential for their confidence, growth, and overall well-being. By focusing on skills that promote autonomy, we give children the tools they need to actively participate in daily life and reach their full potential. As a leading assistive technology provider,…
Read MoreBest Educational Tools for Children with Visual Impairments: Top Resources and Strategies for Effective Learning
Explore Leading-Edge Educational Tools for Children with Visual Impairments Supporting children with visual impairments requires the right blend of technology, resources, and training. Our goal is to highlight the best educational tools that empower children with visual impairments to learn, grow, and participate fully in their education. Today’s technology offers a wide range of accessible…
Read MoreBack-to-School Checklist for Visually Impaired Students: Essential Tips and Resources for a Smooth Start
Essential Back-to-School Preparations for Visually Impaired Students Preparing a comprehensive back-to-school checklist for visually impaired students is a vital part of ensuring a successful academic year. This checklist should go beyond standard school supplies to include personalized tools that support vision needs, accessible educational materials tailored to each student’s learning style, and resources that foster…
Read MoreSupport Your Students from Day One: Effective Strategies for Academic Success
How to Support Your Students from Day One Starting a new school year is an important time for every Teacher of the Visually Impaired. Supporting your students from day one means creating a safe and welcoming environment, providing the right tools, and building positive relationships as soon as they walk in the door. When we…
Read MoreHow to Use Assistive Technology in the Classroom for Enhanced Student Learning
How to Use Assistive Technology in the Classroom Assistive technology opens new pathways for students with visual impairments, giving them the tools they need to participate fully in classroom activities and reach their academic potential. From screen readers and Braille displays to magnifiers and speech-to-text software, these devices create an accessible and engaging learning environment…
Read MoreAffordable Accessibility Tools for Schools on a Budget: Essential Solutions for Inclusive Learning
Supporting Student Success with Affordable Accessibility Tools Schools today face tight budgets, but the need for accessible learning tools has never been greater. Affordable accessibility tools now make it possible for every school to support students who are visually impaired, without straining limited resources. From free or low-cost software to budget-friendly devices, there are practical…
Read MoreWorking Together for Visually Impaired Students: Effective Collaboration Strategies for Inclusive Education
Working Together for Visually Impaired Students How Collaboration Transforms Support for Visually Impaired Students When teachers, specialists, and families work together, students who are visually impaired gain the support they need to succeed in the classroom and beyond. We see every day how teamwork can help students access information, participate in social activities, and feel…
Read MoreFrom Classroom to Doctorate: A Low Vision Success Story
An Assistive Technology Success Story for Visually Impaired Students At New England Low Vision and Blindness, we believe that assistive technology isn’t just about access—it’s about possibility. Few stories better illustrate an assistive technology success story for visually impaired students than Jack M.’s remarkable path from a public school classroom to a doctoral program in…
Read MoreIntroducing the Monarch: A Game-Changing Braille Tablet for the Blind and Visually Impaired (Call for details – Not available to purchase on website)
Call for details – Not available to purchase on website We are excited to introduce the Monarch Dynamic Tactile and Multi-Line Braille Tablet—a revolutionary device that’s reshaping the future of digital access for individuals who are blind or visually impaired. With its cutting-edge features, the Monarch goes far beyond traditional braille displays, offering an interactive…
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