Instructional Resource Library
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Reading Difficulty Indicator Checklist
This checklist helps TSVIs and educational teams identify the possible root cause of a student's reading struggles—visual access barriers, gaps in instruction, or an underlying learning disability—rather than defaulting to a single explanation. Organized into three research-based sections with live-counting checkboxes, an automatic summary, and an interpretation guide, the tool supports data-driven team discussions and clarifies appropriate next steps for each possible cause. All fields can be completed electronically.
Note: Because this is in HTML format, you must download it before opening to use it.
Reading Medium Decision Tree
This interactive tool guides TSVIs and educational teams through six sequential questions to help determine the most appropriate reading medium—print, braille, or dual media—for a student who is blind, deafblind, or has low vision. Grounded in research on critical print size, reading rate, and visual fatigue, each step includes guiding considerations that the team can use in tandem with information from an FVE/LMA. The tool can be completed and saved electronically or printed for use in meetings. This tool is not intended to replace a thorough FVE/LMA for a student.
Note: Because this is in HTML format, you must download it before opening to use it.
Resources
Reading Medium Decision Tree (HTML)Making a Model Eye
Learning about the anatomy of the eye just got a whole lot more interesting! Create your own model eye with everyday objects - bringing together science, engineering, and creativity.
Microsoft Word: File Explorer and Reading and Saving Documents
Student will learn to open File Explorer and go to a specific folder to locate and open files. They will practice reading what is written in opened files.
Microsoft Word: Saving and Closing a File (and with or without a Focus 40 braille display)
Learn practical technology concepts, skills, and tools using JAWS and/or a Focus 40 in this easy-to-follow lesson.
Microsoft Word: Spellcheck and Editing (with or without a Focus 40 braille display)
Increase your knowledge and skills in using Microsoft Word using this spellcheck and editing lesson.
Art Around the World, Session 4
Let your creative expression free with this fun and interactive lesson focused on history through art.
Super Science: The Water Cycle
Deepen your knowledge of the water cycle with this hands-on science lesson.