ONH 101: Strategies for Students with ONH in the Home and Classroom (Part 2)

Description

Optic Nerve Hypoplasia (ONH) can be a complex visual impairment as it can affect many facets of an individual’s daily life and growth. Students with ONH may face challenges in the sensory, language, social skills, and vision domains. There are a variety of strategies however that may be implemented to help them be active learners and participants throughout their day in the home and/or classroom. The presenters in this presentation will share multiple strategies that educators and caregivers can incorporate to fulfill what the student with ONH needs in order to be able to learn. The goal of incorporating ONH strategies shared in this workshop is to empower students with ONH of all ages and abilities to be as independent and an active learner as much as possible.

Location Webinar

Date 4/11/2022 1:00 PM - 4/11/2023 2:30 PM (Check in 12:45 PM)
Sponsor Illinois School for the Visually Impaired/APH Family Connect
Trainer Sara Edwards & Julia Bowman
Contact Michelle Clark (217) 479-4414 michelle.clark@illlinois.gov
Principles 1. Support families
5. Comprehensive plans
7. Ongoing communication & collaboration
8. Quality services
Credit Hours 0.75 - Atypical Development
0.75 - Intervention
Cost Free
Cut Off Date 4/11/2023
Status Closed