Education research

Participation of disabled children in inclusive education is now well established in policy and practice. Evidence shows that the quality of provision is patchy, that learning materials are not consistently made available in alternative formats and that a drift towards generic services is depriving blind and partially sighted children and young people of specialist support.

Research in this area includes the accessibility of exams, education attainment and provision of educational services by local authorities.

Out of the paddling pool

RNIB carried out case studies of five young people with visual impairment in Wales. This is the second of three research reports and gives a brief account of what happened to the young people during the next stage of transition. Published 2005.

Educational provision

Results of an online survey of local authority Visual Impairment services in Great Britain. The aim was to ascertain the numbers and characteristics of pupils with a visual impairment and identify the type of educational and other provision. Published 2008.

Pathways from health to education

What integrated working practices support or hinder effective referral pathways from Health to Education services for blind and partially sighted babies and young children? Published 2009.

Related research from other categories

Feasibility of developing a diagnostic touch test to determine braille reading potential

This paper considers existing research evidence looking at the relationship between age, disease and tactile sensitivity. The purpose of this work was to investigate the feasibility of developing a touch test which could determine whether someone has sufficient sensitivity in their fingers to pursue braille reading.

Exploring tactile graphics

Literature review around the importance of teaching systematic exploration strategies to users of tactile graphics, to help them to gain more information from the graphics. Published 2008.

Accessible format transcription in the UK: State of the nation

The purpose of this project was to better understand the transcription industry in the UK. The project aimed to bring accessible format transcribers together, so all can benefit from sharing successes and good practice. Published 2011.

Steps to independence

A report into the mobility and independence needs of children with a visual impairment, Published 2002.

Last updated: 26 February 2013

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