EduPort 2023, 7(2):28-36 | DOI: 10.21062/edp.2023.007

EARLY DETECTION OF VISUAL IMPAIRMENT AT THE LEVEL OF THE VISUAL SYSTEM IN CHILDREN WITH COGNITIVE DEFICITS FOR SPECIAL EDUCATORS

Helena Štrofová1, Lea Květoňová2
1Katedra speciální pedagogiky Pedagogické fakulty Univerzity Karlovy, Magdalény Rettigové 4, Praha 1 (Česká republika)
2 Katedra speciální pedagogiky Pedagogické fakulty Univerzity Karlovy, Magdalény Rettigové 4, Praha 1 (Česká republika)

This research work systematically focuses on the qualitative aspect of the development of a special tool for the identification of visual anomalies in children with cognitive deficits, with the main focus on the visual system. The main aim of the proposed tool is to detect indications that may suggest the need for more extensive ophthalmic and orthoptic examination, which would contribute to early diagnosis and subsequent intervention. During the course of this study, a thorough analysis of the reliability of the proposed tool and its practical applicability within the work of special educators was conducted. Data collection was conducted in a real field setting where the tool was applied to a group of children with cognitive deficits. The obtained results were then carefully analyzed, which allowed assessing the effectiveness of the tool in detecting visual impairments in this specific population. The results of this study have the potential to contribute significantly to the identification of children with visual needs. The proposed tool may be a key element for specialist educators in planning and providing individual care and support. Overall, this research work can be seen as an important step towards improving the quality of life of children with cognitive deficits through early diagnosis and appropriate intervention measures. In this way, the research represents a significant contribution to the field of special education and care for children with special education needs. The research findings highlight the need for further collaboration and research in the field of visual impairment and cognitive deficits. Recommendations for practice include early detection and collaboration with ophthalmologists, promotion of a multidisciplinary approach, training of special educators, and regular monitoring and feedback. We believe that this work will provide a solid foundation for further research and innovation in pedagogy and ophthalmology that will lead to better re-education and education for children with cognitive deficits, with long-term positive consequences for their quality of life.

Keywords: Identification of visual anomalies, visual impairment, visual system, cognitive deficit, special educator.

Published: September 1, 2023  Show citation

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Štrofová H, Květoňová L. EARLY DETECTION OF VISUAL IMPAIRMENT AT THE LEVEL OF THE VISUAL SYSTEM IN CHILDREN WITH COGNITIVE DEFICITS FOR SPECIAL EDUCATORS. EduPort. 2023;7(2):28-36. doi: 10.21062/edp.2023.007.
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