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Jon T. Njardarson – Journal of Chemical Education, 2023
This article describes practical lessons and experiences acquired as part of a journey in teaching a blind student at The University of Arizona to master the written and graphical language of first-semester organic chemistry and its associated concepts. These practical lessons include details on how to adapt an organic chemistry model set (with…
Descriptors: Organic Chemistry, Introductory Courses, Students with Disabilities, Universities
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Beal, Carole R.; Rosenblum, L. Penny; Smith, Derrick W. – Journal of Visual Impairment & Blindness, 2011
Fourteen students with visual impairments in Grades 5-12 participated in the field-testing of AnimalWatch-VI-Beta. This computer program delivered 12 prealgebra math problems and hints through a self-voicing audio feature. The students provided feedback about how the computer program can be improved and expanded to make it accessible to all users.…
Descriptors: Feedback (Response), Visual Impairments, Computer Software, Educational Technology
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Lieberman, Lauren J.; Schedlin, Haley; Pierce, Tristan – Journal of Visual Impairment & Blindness, 2009
This article presents strategies for jumping rope for children with visual impairments. Giving choices related to the types of rope and the use of mats is important. In addition, using appropriate instructional strategies and modifications will make jumping rope a skill that the children will enjoy and will lead to their involvement in other…
Descriptors: Physical Activities, Visual Impairments, Physical Fitness, Games
Kenney, Rich – Exceptional Parent, 2007
In this article, the author describes the Sports, Habilitation, and Recreation Program (SHARP), a program of the Foundation for Blind Children in Phoenix, Arizona. The SHARP program aims to help children, who have visual impairments, achieve goals, develop independence, and make friends. One of the unique features of the SHARP program is that it…
Descriptors: Recreational Programs, Blindness, Visual Impairments, Volunteers
Kenney, Rich – Exceptional Parent, 2005
The Foundation for Blind Children, established in 1952, is a private, nonprofit, United Way agency. The foundation's mission is to provide education, counseling, communication and technology services to children and adults who are blind or visually impaired. By helping them to master their environment, it helps families lead lives of independence…
Descriptors: Nonprofit Organizations, Visual Impairments, Family Programs, Blindness