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RECC Domain Results: 35 items found
Title	Author	Domain	Category	Problem?
Accessible Science: Life Sciences	Perkins.org	Science	Instructional Development, Instructional Planning, Instructional Strategies, Instructional Support	Report a problem!
Description: This is a multi-chapter podcast/blog that provides teachers examples of how to adapt and modify lessons so that visually impaired students can be totally included in instruction.
Accessible Time Tracking (2016) (Cost)	L. Hospital	Science	Technology	Report a problem!
Description: This article gives suggestions on what accessible trackers to purchase that aid in teaching time and distance to those with visual impairments.
Biology Teaching Tips	M. Bird	Science	Instructional Planning, Instructional Strategies	Report a problem!
Description: Tips are provided for teaching students about cells, microscopes, diagrams, dissecting and measuring.
Braille Code for Chemical Notation 1997	N/A	Science	Nemeth, Resources	Report a problem!
Description: A reference guide for braille chemical notations.
Building Cell Models for Biology	M. Bird	Science	Instructional Development	Report a problem!
Description: A TVI provides tips and picture examples of how to create cell models.
Captek Science Products (Cost)	N/A	Science, Technology	Instructional Aids/Materials, Products	Report a problem!
Description: CAPTEK/SCIENCE PRODUCTS has a 50-year history of adapting an extensive array of items for use by the vision impaired. Our focus has always been on innovation, quality, and service. In recent years our specialty has become voice adaptation of digital displays, but we continue to investigate other creative ways to make equipment accessible through touch and sound.
Carson zPix USB Digital Microscopes with Intregrated Camera and Video Capture (MM-640, MM-940) (Cost)	N/A	Science, Technology	Low Vision Devices, Low Vision Solutions	Report a problem!
Description: The Carson ZPix is a peripheral microscope plugs into the USB port of a computer. The magnified image is displayed right on your computer screen.
Curriculum for Teaching the Visually Impaired (1981)(Cost)	J. M. Rlyne	Science, Social Studies	Instructional Planning, Instructional Strategies, Instructional Support	Report a problem!
Description: This teaching manual provides special educators and regular education teachers with information needed to teach regular curricular areas as well as specialized skills to visually impaired students.
Delta Education (Cost)	N/A	Math, Science	Instructional Aids/Materials	Report a problem!
Description: This is a source for manipulatives for the purpose of math and science instruction. (Not VI specific)
EASI (Equal Access to Software and Information)for Math and Science	N/A	Math, Science, Technology	Adaptive Tools/Technology, Instructional Aids/Materials, Resources, Technology	Report a problem!
Description: Equal Access to Software and Information (EASI) is a non-profit organization that provides webinars on accessible information technology for individuals and professionals with disabilities.
Edmund Scientifics Online (Cost)	N/A	Science	Instructional Aids/Materials	Report a problem!
Description: This catalog includes many products for scientific experiments and science related hobbies. (Not VI specific)
Hand2Mind (Cost)	N/A	Early Childhood, Math, Science	Instructional Aids/Materials	Report a problem!
Description: This is a source for manipulatives for all ages and grade levels. (Not VI specific)
Holt Anatomical (Cost)	N/A	Science	Instructional Aids/Materials	Report a problem!
Description: From their website, 'HOLT ANATOMICAL offers the highest quality anatomical, zoological, and botanical models. These products are designed to provide years of functional satisfaction and enrichment. Ideal for medical, educational, scientific and aesthetic purposes. (Not VI Specific)
Incorporating Access Technologies into the Science Classroom	G. Supalo	Science	Adaptive Tools/Technology	Report a problem!
Description: Low-cost adaptations are given to show how students with visual impairments can be included in science learning labs in the school setting.
Independent Science	N/A	Science	Adaptive Tools/Technology, Products	Report a problem!
Description: This website promotes accessible science to those students with visual impairments by providing a catalog of products to purchase and a journal linking to up-to-date research articles.
Learning the Nemeth Braille Code: A Manual for Teachers and Students (1979)(Cost)	R. H. Craig	Math, Science	Learning Nemeth Code	Report a problem!
Description: This manual is a text for learning those parts of the Nemeth Code likely to be used in elementary school, junior high school, and high school mathematics and science courses.
National Center for Blind Youth in Science	N/A	Science	Adaptive Tools/Technology, Instructional Strategies, Instructional Support, Parent Resources, Resources, Teaching Mathematical Concepts	Report a problem!
Description: The National Center for Blind Youth in Science is an organization whose goal is to improve the opportunities and resources available to blind youth in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) subjects and careers. Resources include articles and research, materials and equipment, online resources, and general articles.
Perkins Scout: Science Education	N/A	Science		Report a problem!
Description: From the website, "Science teachers of students who are blind or visually impaired will find advice, encouragement, and general teaching techniques in this section."
Preparing Tactile Adaptations for Math and Science (Cost)	N/A	Math, Science	Adaptive Tools/Technology, Tactile Graphics, Teaching Advanced Mathematics	Report a problem!
Description: This video provides instruction to teachers on how to use tactile graphics (with everyday household products) when teaching math and science to visually impaired students.
Resources for Preparing Quality Tactile Graphics	P. Van Geem	Compensatory/Access, Science, Social Studies		Report a problem!
Description: Here is a list of resources beneficial to those who create tactile graphics in the area of math, science, social studies and literacy.
Science is Golden: Interviews with 4 Scientists Who Are Visually Impaired	J. Ingber	Career Education and Transition, Science	Career Education, Job Descriptions, Role Models/Mentors for Students	Report a problem!
Description: The author interviews 4 scientists who are visually impaired to talk about how advancements in technology allowed them to make a career in the field of their choice.
Science Related Products from the American Printing House for the Blind (APH Quota)	N/A	Science	Adaptive Tools/Technology, Instructional Aids/Materials	Report a problem!
Description: Vendor of products used with teaching the visually impaired (science products include a tactile thermometer, science related tactile graphics and tactile anatomy atlas).
SciTrain Science and Math for All	N/A	Math, Science	Instructional Development, Instructional Planning, Instructional Strategies, Instructional Support	Report a problem!
Description: SciTrain provides accomodations for students with disabilities (a specific area for the student with visual impairments is provided) in the areas of science and math.
Space Camp for Interested Visually Impaired Students (SCIVIS) (Cost)	N/A	Recreation and Leisure, Science	Camp	Report a problem!
Description: SCIVIS is a week long camp that takes place at the US Space and Rocket Center in Huntsville, Alabama. Students ages 10 and up can attend. It is coordinated by teachers of the visually impaired.
Tactile Caliper (Cost)	N/A	Math, Science	Products	Report a problem!
Description: From the website, "The Tactile Caliper is a simple to use, accurate low-cost measuring ruler for the blind and visually impaired that provides a braille output to 1/16th of an inch."
Tactile Graphic Line Slate (APH Quota)	N/A	Math, Science, Social Studies	Tactile Graphics	Report a problem!
Description: From the APH website, "This one-of-a-kind slate helps you create raised lines for tactile graphics onto various media (braille paper, vinyl, foil, and drawing film)."
Tactile Graphics (1992) (Cost)	P. K. Edman	Compensatory/Access, Math, Science	Instructional Strategies, Tactile Graphics, Tactile Maps, Tactual Sensitivities	Report a problem!
Description: This is a comprehensive sourcebook for translating visual information into a three-dimensional form that blind and visually impaired persons can understand.
Tactile Graphics Image Library at APH	N/A	Compensatory/Access, Math, O&M, Science, Social Studies	Instructional Aids/Materials, Tactile Graphics, Tactile Maps	Report a problem!
Description: This library has a plethera of images that can be downloaded for creating tactile graphics for students with visual impairments.
Tactile Graphics Kit (APH Quota)	N/A	Compensatory/Access, Math, Science	Tactile Graphics, Tactile Maps	Report a problem!
Description: Extensive kit for making maps, graphs, diagrams, etc. Contains braille slate and stylus, aluminum foil and guidebook with helpful information on tactile skills.
Tactile Graphics Starter Kit (APH Quota)	N/A	Compensatory/Access, Math, Science	Tactile Graphics	Report a problem!
Description: This kit is for the beginning tactile graphics maker or for student-made graphics. It includes a slate and stylus and manual.
Tactile Graphics, An Overview and Resource Guide (1996)	N/A	Compensatory/Access, Math, Science	Instructional Strategies	Report a problem!
Description: From the introduction to the article: "This article is intended primarily for parents, teachers, and friends of blind people. It introduces the reader to some of the possibilities and to some limitations of using tactile graphics for conveying information to blind people. A number of methods for producing tactile graphics are described. A resource list of useful tools, supplies, and technological methods and devices is given."
Teaching Accessible Science	N/A	Science	Adaptive Tools/Technology, Instructional Aids/Materials, Instructional Planning, Instructional Strategies, Instructional Support	Report a problem!
Description: This website provides blogs, posts, webcasts, etc. that show resources, materials and adaptations for teaching science to visually impared students.
The Computerized Nemeth Code Tutor	G. Kapperman, J. Henry, M. Cortesi, Toni Heinze & J. Stricken	Math, Science	Learning Nemeth Code	Report a problem!
Description: For the sighted person, this computer program is downloadable and helps one improve his/her Nemeth skills.
The Princeton Braillists (Costs)	N/A	Compensatory/Access, Science, Social Studies	Tactile Graphics	Report a problem!
Description: From the website, "The Princeton Braillists is a small group of senior citizen volunteers whose goal is to make high quality but inexpensive tactile maps and drawings for blind people of all ages."
Why Should Students With Visual Impairments Draw? (2017)	L. Hospital	Math, Science	Teaching Mathematical Concepts	Report a problem!
Description: This article presents the argument that students with visual impairments need opportunities to learn to draw to strengthen concept development and representation.