Talk Description
Christine Nearchou presents on Children's Vision & Learning - Understanding Visual Processing Skills for Academic Success
Duration: 30 minutes
Synopsis: This lecture delves into the intricate relationship between visual processing skills and academic performance in children. We'll examine:
Duration: 30 minutes
Synopsis: This lecture delves into the intricate relationship between visual processing skills and academic performance in children. We'll examine:
- The spectrum of visual processing skills essential for learning
- How these skills impact various academic areas (reading, writing, mathematics)
- The role of optometrists in assessing and supporting visual processing
Key topics include:
- Visual perception and its components (e.g., visual memory, visual discrimination)
- The link between visual processing deficits and learning difficulties
- New screening and assessment tools for visual processing skills
Learning Objectives
By the end of this lecture, attendees will
- Gain a deeper understanding of their role in supporting children's overall learning and development through comprehensive visual assessments.
Assessment: There are 5 Optional MCQS with this presentation. Not available yet.