Magnification for Students on the Go: General Discussion

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Course Description: Students with low vision benefit from portable electronic magnification solutions at school, at home, and work. This course will provide insight into how Jupiter and Video Mag HD from APH can enable students to complete reading tasks efficiently and easily. It will also explore how to acquire these solutions for use at home and at school.

ACVREP Credit Hours: 1

Objectives

  • Compare and contrast strategies for viewing content using the Jupiter Video Magnifier and Video Mag HD.
  • List 3 benefits of using color contrasts when completing reading tasks using the devices.
  • Describe the benefit of using the built-in screen masking and guideline tools for reading content.
  • Identify 2 considerations for use of a portable desktop versus a hand-held video magnifier.