Joanne R. Pompano
A teacher of blind and visually impaired serves as a consultant to classroom teachers and helps to select appropriate methods and materials. The teacher of the blind assists teachers by explaining the types of objects students are able to see and under what conditions. In addition, these specialists deal with instructional problems related to the teaching of specific lessons and concepts. Teachers of the blind also adapt materials and lessons; provide text in Braille and large print; and by teaching specialized skills such as the use of computer programs that produce voice output or Braille translations of text. They work directly with students when they teach Braille and specific skills needed by blind and visually impaired students.
This curriculum will be taught in “Life Skills for the Blind,” - a course that helps visually handicapped students assimilate into the community. It will also be shared with classroom teachers such as science teachers and others that may use the curriculum with students in their classroom.
