Abstract:
The purpose of the study was to investigate the academic experiences of learners with
low vision at Avakpedome Unit for the Blind. The purposive sampling technique was
employed to select a sample of 6 learners. Interview was used to collect data for the
study. The data collected was coded and analyzed qualitatively using the thematic
approach. Per their experiences on the teaching methods used to teach them, learners
with low vision indicated that the teaching methods were not varied and not
appropriate enough to cater for their academic needs. It was also revealed that the
curriculum did not take into consideration their special educational needs with
reference to the curriculum as they felt they were compelled to use the curriculum of
the learners without low vision. It was also revealed that the learners go through a lot
of stress in their assessment. The researcher recommended that in-service training and
workshops should be organized at regular and close intervals for teachers in the units
and schools for the blind; teaching and learning resources for the learners with low
vision should be provided. Also, the curriculum should be well adapted to suit the
needs of the learners with low vision. Low vision aids should also be provided and
opportunity should be given to learners with low vision to have their questions in
large prints to improve academic performance.
Description:
A thesis in the Department of Special Education,
Faculty of Educational Studies, submitted to the School
Of Graduate Studies in partial fulfilment
Of the requirements for the award of the degree of
Master of Philosophy
(Special Education)
In the University of Education, Winneba
