Outcomes of the Accessible Science for Students With Visual Impairment Mentoring Program

• In Event: Math and Science: STEM Instruction and Outcomes

Abstract

The Accessible Science for Students with Visual Impairment (ASVI) mentoring program aimed to guide classroom or science teachers to develop or adapt instructional materials based on the objectives of the science class and also the needs of students with visual impairment. The study was conducted with the participation of 10 faculty members (as the mentors) and 23 inservice teachers (as the mentees). Findings revealed that program was able to reach and achieve its aims and in line with the goals, and that the mentees achieved the necessary gains in the design and adaptation of instructional materials aimed at inclusive students. Findings also present principles for an effective mentoring and criteria for designing accessible science teaching material.

Authors

• Tugba Kamali Arslantas, Aksaray University

• Gulistan Yalcin, Aksaray University

• Çağla ÖZGÜR-YILMAZ, Aksaray University