Description and Rationale
Difficulties with depth perception impact a student's ability to navigate curbs and stairs; differentiate contrasts in the environment; and reaching for objects within arm's reach.
Birth - 3 Years
Depth perception is assessed through observation and/or demonstration (as appropriate)
- Mobility observation
- Picks up objects and places in container
- Catches a ball
- Kicks a ball
- Pours from containers
3-5 Years
Depth perception is assessed through observation and/or demonstration (as appropriate)
- Mobility observation
- Picks up objects and places in container
- Catches a ball
- Kicks a ball
- Pours from containers
5-22 Years
Depth perception is assessed through observation and/or demonstration (as appropriate)
- Mobility observation
- Picks up objects and places in container
- Catches a ball
- Kicks a ball
- Pours from containers
Multiple Disabilities/Deafblind
Depth perception is assessed through observation and/or demonstration (as appropriate)
- Mobility observation
- Picks up objects and places in container
- Catches a ball
- Kicks a ball
- Pours from containers
Tips
An orientation and mobility evaluation can detect and address depth perception difficulties. The TVI and COMS should work collaboratively to help a student accommodate for any difficulties.
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