Alignment of National Evaluation Series Blind/Low Vision Framework with National Standards

This alignment study identifies the national standards that are addressed in whole or in part by each competency of the assessment framework. An indication of alignment does not necessarily imply complete congruence of the content of a test competency with the relevant standard. The information in this document is subject to change if revisions are made to the assessment framework. Any changes will fully supersede the information contained in this document.

603: Blind/Low Vision
Competency Standards
0001: Understand the human visual system and types and uses of optical and nonoptical devices, specialized materials, and technologies to support student access, learning, and independence.
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Standard 1: Learner Development and Individual Learning Differences
Standard 5: Instructional Planning & Strategies
0002: Understand the diverse learning characteristics of students who are blind/low vision related to their development across domains.
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Standard 1: Learner Development and Individual Learning Differences
Standard 6: Professional Learning & Ethical Practice
0003: Understand assessment instruments, assessment practices, and methods for evaluating and interpreting assessment results to identify the strengths and needs of students who are blind/low vision.
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Standard 4: Assessment
0004: Understand procedures for developing and implementing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs), and transition plans for students who are blind/low vision.
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Standard 3: Curricular Content Knowledge
Standard 5: Instructional Planning & Strategies
0005: Understand methods for creating learning environments that encourage active engagement, communication, motivation, and independence, and support access to instruction for students who are blind/low vision.
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Standard 2: Learning Environments
0006: Understand methods for developing and promoting collaborative partnerships to support students who are blind/low vision.
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Standard 7: Collaboration
0007: Understand principles, methods, and strategies for providing individualized instruction for students who are blind/low vision.
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Standard 3: Curricular Content Knowledge
Standard 4: Assessment
Standard 5: Instructional Planning & Strategies
0008: Understand principles, methods, and strategies for developing and promoting literacy and communication skills for students who are blind/low vision.
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Standard 3: Curricular Content Knowledge
Standard 4: Assessment
Standard 5: Instructional Planning & Strategies
0009: Understand methods and strategies for promoting self-determination, social interaction, and independent living skills for students who are blind/low vision.
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Standard 2: Learning Environments
Standard 5: Instructional Planning & Strategies