Discuss necessary classroom accommodations and testing adaptations early in the semester (within the first few days of class).
Provide appropriate written and verbal descriptions to accompany any visual aids, diagrams, films, or videos that you might use in class.
As you are writing on the chalkboard or discussing a diagram, verbalize what you are writing. When using technical terms, remember to spell them out or give descriptions if appropriate.
Try to speak directly to the class, remembering that turning your head away can muffle sound; body language and gestures cannot be seen.
Appropriate seating is important for the vision impaired student since the student cannot see the visual cues, he or she needs to be seated in a position to receive verbal cues.
Guide dogs are trained and well behaved. You do not need to worry that they will disturb your class.
Guide dogs will need special consideration when you plan laboratory exercises and field trips.
