Reading Rehabilitation for Individuals with Low Vision

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This book introduces a rehabilitation program aimed at enhancing reading abilities in individuals with low vision undergoing therapy for visual impairment. It employs an interdisciplinary approach to visual training and reading skills development, aligning with special education goals. The content includes chapters on anatomical and psychological backgrounds, various rehabilitation perspectives, and empirical data supporting the program. Key details cover theoretical foundations, strategic planning, pedagogical considerations, assistive technology usage, and methods for assessing client progress and program effectiveness. By situating rehabilitation within the psychosocial context of visual disability, the program fosters confidence and motivation, ultimately enhancing quality of life. Topics addressed include the impact of visual impairment on development, the rehabilitation landscape in the Czech Republic, innovative theoretical frameworks, and the emphasis on reading as a primary objective. The verification of the experimental rehabilitation program's effectiveness is also discussed. This resource is vital for researchers, clinicians, and graduate students across disciplines such as cognitive psychology, rehabilitation, literacy, special education, child psychology, visual therapy, and public health.