VISUAL IMPAIRMENT AND SCHOOL

developing learning in an inclusive school context.

Abstract

A person with a disability is someone who has some sensory, physical or mental loss, whether or not they limit their actions. In the case of visual impairment, the person's sense of vision is completely or partially suppressed. Throughout history, people with visual impairments have had their human and civil rights restricted; at times they are seen without the right to live and, currently, through current legislation, their human and civil rights are recognized and guaranteed, such as being included in regular schools. In this sense, the aim of this article, as part of a doctoral thesis, is to elucidate details about visual impairment, addressing factors and assistive technologies relevant to the learning of this audience. Thus, the methodology was basic, descriptive and bibliographical research. Given this scenario, it is concluded that it is not enough to simply receive students with visual impairments, it is necessary to think and invest in processes that guarantee greater independence, mainly, providing access to the contents taught at school in an equal and fair way. In this way, the school community guarantees efficient reception and effective learning for all students, without restrictions.