This session is an immersive, hands-on experience designed to engage participants in the world of art and music through touch and sound. Techniques from the TSBVI publication, “Artful Instruction,” will be introduced and participants will use their sense of touch, hearing, and intuition to experience creativity in new ways.
Every person who is visually impaired will encounter moments where their vision is not "working for them". This presentation will describe how the Blind Children’s Program developed a hands-on nonvisual skills training program to enhance program participants’ independence, community engagement, and future vocational success.
The APH Abacus Bee is a fun and engaging competition designed to ignite a passion for mathematics for blind or low vision students. The competition ensures participation through individual learning styles through print or braille and encourages the use of mental math and abacus skills unlocking mathematical potential.
Professionals will gain insight into fun ways to empower students with confidence to advocate for their needs in the classroom and community. In this session, participants will explore a variety of ways to help students learn about their vision and accommodations they need through various lesson plans and accompanying activities.
Throughout history, blind musicians have demonstrated skill across many musical forms. Many found a niche in the American blues scene. This presentation will discuss blues genres chosen and sometimes dominated by blind performers. We'll also discuss the artists themselves: their stories, their contributions, and offer representative music samples.
