Videos

58:33 Role of Low Vision Specialist for Students with VI

Presented by Dr. Joshua Robinson (Vanderbilt University Medical Center & Vanderbilt Eye Institute) on 9/21/2022
TN VIVA 2022-2023
Session Description:
Dr. Robinson is an assistant professor in the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at the Vanderbilt University School of Medicine and serves as Director of Low Vision Rehabilitation at the Vanderbilt Eye Institute. He will give an overview of the role of a low vision specialist as a member of an interdisciplinary team supporting students and young adults with impaired vision. Topics will include the differences between an optometrist, ophthalmologist, and low vision specialist as medical professionals supporting students with visual impairments, as well as opportunities for collaboration between teachers of students with visual impairments (TVIs) and Orientation and Mobility (O&M) Specialists, among others.

1:21:12 RCVI Welcome Back to School! (2022-23)

Presented by Allen Huang (TN RCVI) on 8/19/2022
TN VIVA 2022-2023
Session Description:
Welcome back to school! Join us to hear about exciting RCVI updates and what is planned for TN VIVA in the year ahead. Updates regarding the 2023 Federal Quota census and a review of the RCVI textbook ordering process will be provided as well.

52:27 Camps for Students with VI

Presented by: Andy Joiner (TSB) and Dr. Tammy Parsons (TSB), as well as students from the Vanderbilt University Program in Visual Disabilities on 1/12/2022
Unity Virtual Academy 2021-2022
Session Description:
This session included an introduction to the TSB summer camp as well as a review of summer camp options for students with visual impairments throughout our region!

Summer Camp Options PDF - https://vanderbilt.box.com/s/jko9kkscio0njmzioe4xqd81urx6khoe

51:25 Planning for What’s Next: TN VR Career Building Resources for Students with VI (with and without Additional Disabilities)

Presented by Tiffany Kelley and Jessica Villanueva (TN Sensory Services) on 11/4/2021
Unity Virtual Academy 2021-2022
Session Description:
Attend this session to learn about the programs, services, and supports for students with VI who are pursuing employment before or after high school graduation. Colleagues from VR Sensory Disabilities Services will present and guide a discussion on the vocational rehabilitation journey and career building for students with VI considering independent and/or supported employment.

2:9:04 Nemeth and UEB Math/Science: Considerations for the Adoption of UEB

Presented by Dr. Frances Mary D'Andrea (University of Pittsburgh) on 10/22/2021
Unity Virtual Academy 2021-2022
Session Description:
Tennessee is in the process of discussing the adoption of UEB Math/Science in place of Nemeth for students who read braille. In this session Dr. D’Andrea will discuss the similarities and differences between the codes and lead a Q&A to address your questions.
Resources:
- Presentation slides: https://vanderbilt.box.com/s/liaxyuyi0pu6oys44wvljsbv8a9zgo5e
- BANA guidance for UEB math: https://vanderbilt.box.com/s/gz5ixwg8e7whnymezf8cle72k1brd7rk
- UEB resources 2021: https://vanderbilt.box.com/s/4rmzwiebmmlk2gbm0l9vqs8u20c796wh

1:00:26 A Guide to Using Built-in and Free Accessibility Features

Presented by Allen Huang (TSB) on 12/16/2020
Unity Virtual Academy 2020-2021
Session Description:
This presentation will introduce participants to the free, built-in vision specific accessibility features in Windows 10 and Apple iOS mobile operating systems. Accessibility features will be demonstrated. This session is designed with TVIs, students with VI and their families in mind.

51:40 Orientation & Mobility Instruction During Hybrid and Virtual Learning: A Panel Discussion

Presented by Julia Hedrick, Jenny Luttrell, and Patrick Rich (TSB) on 1/14/2021
Unity Virtual Academy 2020-2021
Session Description:
This session will be a panel discussion with three certified O&M specialists discussing strategies they’ve used for providing orientation and mobility instruction during hybrid and virtual learning throughout 2020.

1:48:17 Essential Vision Assessment: Tips for TVIs in a Virtual World

Presented by Dr. Karen Blankenship (TSB) on 12/4/2020
Unity Virtual Academy 2020-2021
Session Description:
This presentation will talk about the latest resources to conduct functional vision, learning media, and expanded core curriculum assessments on-site or in a virtual world.

55:49 Resources for Remote Teaching & Professional Development During the Pandemic

Presented by Dr. Rachel Schles and Madeline Chastain (Vanderbilt University) on 11/16/2020
Unity Virtual Academy 2020-2021
Session Description:
This session will present an overview of professional develop resources for TVIs during remote learning, lesson ideas for students with VI, and general resources for coping and teaching during the pandemic. Attendees can share digital learning and resources they have found useful during remote teaching.

44:05 Planning for What’s Next: Learn about TN VR Resources for College Bound Students with VI

Presented by Tiffany Kelley and Jessica Villanueva (TN VR Sensory Disabilities Services) on 10/6/2021
Unity Virtual Academy 2021-2022
Session Description:
Learn about the programs, services, and supports for students with VI who are pursuing post secondary education. Colleagues from VR Sensory Disabilities Services will present and guide a discussion on the vocational rehabilitation journey for students with VI from the high school years, through college, and post college employment.