6th Africa Forum, Kampala, Uganda

Using Assistive Technology in Teaching Students with Visual Impairment in Secondary Schools in Enugu Nigeria.

N. I. Okoroikpa, Ebonyi State College of Education, Nigeria & L. T. Ugwuanyi, University of Nigeria, Nigeria.

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This study aimed at investigating the use of Assistive Technology (AT) in Teaching Students with Visual Impairment (VI) in Secondary Schools in Enugu Nigeria from teachers’ perspectives and difficulties. Findings of the study indicated that teachers have limited knowledge of AT, its preparation and its servicing. This is despite the fact that 90% of the teachers admitted that AT helps students with VI do things more quickly, easily and independently. The study therefore makes recommendations that aim to reverse the trend, which should make life easier for students with VI and increase opportunities for education, social interactions and meaningful employment.