As a TVI (Teacher of the Visually Impaired) I have been using YouTube for a few years now as a valuable resource when looking for learning content for myself as an educator or as a tool to use with my students.
Not All Videos Are Created Equal
It is important to note that anyone can post a video on YouTube. As the educator, carefully review the videos before presenting them. If you can’t find one that is a great fit, create it and share with others!
Video Links
Below are some learning videos that were created and may be appropriate for students with a visual impairment. As with all content and materials, evaluate individual needs to determine if it is right for that student.
Who Invented Braille? | COLOSSAL QUESTIONS
This a a 3-minute video that can be used to show students how braille was invented and is a good tool to use with classroom peers as well.
The high contrast colors and music are a good fit for little ones.
I found this channel with “Guess the Sound” videos, a fun brain break for all.
A teacher of students with visual impairments creates videos with YouTube content creator Jack Hartman to include braille. Read more about it.
A mom who created CVI friendly videos for her son has shared them for all to enjoy.
A teacher of students with visual impairments has created videos for her students and shared them with us all.
