Between Blindness and Vision - Low Vision Therapy 00-0F-BBV

This course focuses on the philosophy and practice of vision assessment and therapy in individuals with low vision. Emphasis is placed on:

Myths and stereotypes regarding low vision
Definitions, basic statistics and demographics of low vision
Philosophical approaches
Most common causes of low vision
Functional implications of most common eye pathologies
Acuity or/and field reduction
Factors affecting visual functioning in low vision
Visual functions/skills
Assessment of a low vision individual
Low vision training
Environment assessment and modifications
Viewing with low vision devices – near, intermediate and distance

Sumaryczna liczba punktów ECTS 2