The Effect of a Reading Efficiency Program on Visually Impaired Tertiary Students

Kerry Fitzmaurice, HDTS, DipAppSc(Linc), DOBA
John J.Keast, Churchill Fellow

The aim of the pilot study was to determine if reading vision training could improve the reading efficiency of a visually impaired person. Vision training included eccentric viewing techniques and maintenance of the eyes at null point where appropriate. Training was given in the use of lighting, reading boards and low vision aids. Exercises were given to increase the field of fixation and improve concentration. The program was found to be of benefit to the students who participated.