Young children with visual impairments can benefit from exposure to and experience with assistive technology. Formal instruction, as a general rule, doesn’t start until kindergarten or later.
Technology is constantly changing, so staying current about options takes time and research. Speaking with a variety of professionals in the field and older children and adults who use assistive technology is often beneficial.
There are several categories of assistive technology for individuals with visual impairments.
Families often have questions about computer games that are appropriate for children with visual impairments. Though programs are constantly being developed, there are some guidelines to consider in making software choices.
- Dots for Families
- What I Shared with a Parent who Didn’t Know Where to Start
- Making Books Meaningful and Motivational
- Introduction to Braille Writing
- Portable Note Taking Devices
- Slate and Stylus
- Braille Embossers
- Braille Lessons in UEB
- How to Download and Use Perky Duck
- Families Learning Braille
- Technology for Children who are Visually Impaired
- Categories of Assistive Technology
- Selecting Computer Software
- Who’s Who in Braille
- The Story of Louis Braille
- Stories of Braille Users
- Anna’s Story
- Haylee’s Story
- An Update on Dots for Families and Stories of Braille Users
- Developing Children’s Braille and Literacy Skills
- Organizations and Companies
