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How to deal with my eyes shaking in school? (self.Blind)
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xXLosingItXx 6 points 4y ago
This is definitely a VI issue. Talk to your VI or advocate about this. This is on the school to prove the proper equipment (I know there are some Vi’s on here who can give advice). Defending on your needs, you may want to consider using Fusion, a combo of the JAWS screenreader and ZoomText magnifier. I’m a 16 year old student myself with nystagmus as just one my issues, so I know how tough this is to deal with. Learning to switch to audio may be a better option if large print isn’t helping. Eye strain may be relived with frequent breaks, and this is a request-able accommodation in most districts. ZoomText is easy to learn, and I switch between that and the windows one all the time, but if you require JAWS and a dedicated school computer (which is what me and a lot of my VI peers have) JAWS is a little trickier
theawesomeaquarist 2 points 4y ago
Would I need a computer magnifier because I'm not keeping any ict on for GCSE
I use Windows magnifier at the minute in ict my teacher for visually impaired offered me a screen reader but I said I was fine with Windows magnifier but it is so annoying sometimes it doesn't work
Would I need a screen reader even though I'm not taking ict GCSE and all my GCSE are exam based?
I use Windows magnifier at the minute in ict my teacher for visually impaired offered me a screen reader but I said I was fine with Windows magnifier but it is so annoying sometimes it doesn't work
Would I need a screen reader even though I'm not taking ict GCSE and all my GCSE are exam based?
xXLosingItXx 3 points 4y ago
I can’t say for certain, because I’m American. But the best equivalents are state standardized tests. I also don’t know the laws in England, so I don’t know what kind of accommodations are required. I agree, Windows Magnifier is annoying, but it’s also bare bones. Depending on system configuration by the school, they can disable it or make it act weird, which is something I had to fight at my school for years. ZoomText is a lot more reliable in my experience, as IT can not interfere with it. I assume that the laws there are similar to those in the US, and you are required to be allowed accommodation during testing. You would request whatever you feel comfortable with. If your at a point where you simply can’t see the screen well even with magnification, you should definitely switch to a screenreader
NotGoing2Say 3 points 4y ago
How are you going at reading braille? If you struggle to read regular text now...you’ll struggle more so the higher education you seek. True that.
Are you using any resources including a white cane, CCTV or a hand held magnifier ? Tooos like that make life a lot easier for people like us.
Are you using any resources including a white cane, CCTV or a hand held magnifier ? Tooos like that make life a lot easier for people like us.
theawesomeaquarist 1 points 4y ago
I got exam accommodations
1/4 extra time
Reader
Rest breaks
I have been offered cane training because I can't see in the dark by o and m but I said I would think about it
1/4 extra time
Reader
Rest breaks
I have been offered cane training because I can't see in the dark by o and m but I said I would think about it
blind__panic 3 points 4y ago
Hi. This might not be true for you, but I have a few triggers for my nystagmus. It’s worse when I’m tired or emotional/excited, and it’s also worse when I’m straining a lot because of bright light (I also have moderate photophobia). Understanding what makes it worse or harder to cope with will help you to avoid or manage the things that trigger it. Is it worse when you’ve been reading a lot, or when you’re trying to read font that’s a bit too small, or when you’re in a very bright room? There are potential solves for all these things! (Making sure text is large enough, taking regular breaks, using audio whenever it’s practical, avoiding too-bright light).
I went through secondary school in a different era when everything still tended to be printed on paper. A big revelation for me was that off-white, cream or “buff” paper (with N15 or N18 font) was muuuuuch more comfortable to read because I got less glare off the paper. As a result of this, I didn’t have to contend as much with nystagmus because I wasn’t as tired.
You’re also talking about GCSEs. Do you know if you’ll have appropriate accommodations for your exams? (Extra time or a reader if necessary?) You’ll definitely be entitled to it, and it will make a huge difference to your ability and comfort to take the exam.
Well done for being proactive, and good luck.
I went through secondary school in a different era when everything still tended to be printed on paper. A big revelation for me was that off-white, cream or “buff” paper (with N15 or N18 font) was muuuuuch more comfortable to read because I got less glare off the paper. As a result of this, I didn’t have to contend as much with nystagmus because I wasn’t as tired.
You’re also talking about GCSEs. Do you know if you’ll have appropriate accommodations for your exams? (Extra time or a reader if necessary?) You’ll definitely be entitled to it, and it will make a huge difference to your ability and comfort to take the exam.
Well done for being proactive, and good luck.
theawesomeaquarist 3 points 4y ago
I have a classroom assistant all my textbooks sheets are large print a3
My eyes shake if I'm tired or focusing slot eg reading lots
I don't know about accommodation for GCSE but at the minute I get 1/4 extra time
My eyes shake if I'm tired or focusing slot eg reading lots
I don't know about accommodation for GCSE but at the minute I get 1/4 extra time
yeswesodacan 2 points 4y ago
Get as much sleep as possible other than that I don't know what to tell you. I have no control over mine and the only thing that seems to slow it down is alcohol consumption which I do not suggest.
robsug 2 points 4y ago
I've sent you a PM if you want to talk through anything. I also have Nystagmus and Ocular Albinism so hopefully some of my experiences can help.
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