The nature of visual impairment and its impact on learning

Advance preprint of chapter from the forthcoming Disability Studies in Inclusive Education open textbook edited by Judith McKenzie, Kofi Nseibo, Chantal Samuels and Amani Karisa. After completing this chapter, you will be able to: Understand the nature of visual impairment.Describe eye conditions that lead to visual impairment and how these present. Examine the effect of low vision or blindness on children in the classroom.Identify barriers to learning experienced by learners who are blind or have low vision.Explain the importance of human rights and legal issues for learners who are blind or have low vision.