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Khaldon Abbas; Cody Lo; Jane A. Gardiner – Discover Education, 2024
Ophthalmoscopy is an essential skill for medical trainees, however, trainees commonly report feeling uncomfortable with this skill. The purpose of this study is to determine the utility of a low-cost simulator in improving medical student's comfort and proficiency with direct ophthalmoscopy. An easy to assemble simulator was constructed using…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Medical Students, Ophthalmology, Simulation
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Melissa L. Rice; Karen Harpster; Jillian Bulman; Veeral Shah; Terry L. Schwartz – Journal of Visual Impairment & Blindness, 2024
Introduction: Cerebral visual impairment (CVI) is the most common cause of visual impairment in developed nations. The purpose of this study was to understand the entry-level education and training received by optometrists and ophthalmologists, as well as current practice patterns. Methods: Online surveys were distributed to optometry and…
Descriptors: Visual Impairments, Brain Hemisphere Functions, Ophthalmology, Allied Health Personnel
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Mehmet Donmez; Kursat Cagiltay – Educational Technology & Society, 2024
This study investigated the design processes for developing eye training materials for children with low vision (CLV) using computer game applications based on eye movement tracking to enhance their vision skills. The primary aim was to create interactive eye training materials tailored to improve CLV's vision abilities. Employing a design-based…
Descriptors: Eye Movements, Visual Impairments, Parent Attitudes, Special Education Teachers
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Bell, Alison; Bonafede, Lucas; Lorch, Arlene; Snitzer, Melanie; Edmonds, Scott A.; Levin, Alex V. – Journal of Visual Impairment & Blindness, 2023
Introduction: There is an increasing need for occupational therapists with the skills to provide low vision services, however, there is a lack of standardized training of low vision occupational therapy services. The purpose of this study is to design and evaluate a course for occupational therapy students to improve their skills and knowledge…
Descriptors: Allied Health Personnel, Occupational Therapy, Allied Health Occupations Education, College Students