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Projection Devices

Enlarging materials via a camera or screen to accommodate a student with a visual impairment.

 

Allowable on at least one state assessment Allowable on state assessment: This accommodation is allowable on at least one state assessment. See which tests allow this accommodation

Assistive Technology Assistive Technology (AT): This accommodation includes AT. Be sure AT needs are included as accommodations on the IEP and that the PEIMS code reflects this.

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Examples Include:

  • Closed circuit TVs enable the educator to use a camera and TV screen without requiring a broadcast connection.

  • Document cameras magnify and project documents and are mounted on an arm to make placement over the document easy.

  • LCD projector (for tests administered online) is capable of displaying quality video.

How to Implement:

  • 1.

    Refer to the Functional Vision Evaluation/Learning Media Assessment (FVE/LMA) in the student's Full and Individual Evaluation for information regarding the student's need for access

    Refer to the Functional Vision Evaluation/Learning Media Assessment (FVE/LMA) in the student's Full and Individual Evaluation for information regarding the student's need for access to specialized equipment.

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  • 2.

    After verifying the documentation, consult with the teacher of the visually impaired (TVI) to acquire the equipment.

    After verifying the documentation, consult with the teacher of the visually impaired (TVI) to acquire the equipment.

  • 3.

    Decide the location in your classroom for the equipment.

    Decide the location in your classroom for the equipment.

  • 4.

    Work with the TVI and the student to determine a seating arrangement that reduces glare and accommodates other visual needs.

    Work with the TVI and the student to determine a seating arrangement that reduces glare and accommodates other visual needs.

  • 5.

    Schedule a time and location for the TVI to instruct the student on the use of the equipment.

    Schedule a time and location for the TVI to instruct the student on the use of the equipment.

  • 6.

    Work with the TVI to learn how to support the student in the use of the equipment.

    Work with the TVI to learn how to support the student in the use of the equipment.

  • 7.

    Determine expectations for use of the equipment in all appropriate assignments and settings.

    Determine expectations for use of the equipment in all appropriate assignments and settings.

  • 8.

    Check for understanding often, and provide the opportunity for the student to request repeated directions.

    Check for understanding often, and provide the opportunity for the student to request repeated directions.

  • 9.

    Monitor and record the student’s progress and satisfaction with the accommodation.

    Monitor and record the student’s progress and satisfaction with the accommodation.

  • 10.

    Share your findings with the student, the educational team, and the family.

    Share your findings with the student, the educational team, and the family.

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State Assessment
Allowability

Some accommodations appropriate for instructional use may not be allowable on a statewide assessment. Select the state assessment to view the implementation policies.

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STAAR + –

STAAR

Type: Accessibility Feature 

Assessments: All subjects, all grades

Student Eligibility Criteria: 

  • available to any student who regularly benefits from the use of these procedures or materials during instruction


STAAR Online + –

same as STAAR

STAAR Spanish + –

same as STAAR

TELPAS + –

same as STAAR