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Tennessee Visual Impairments Virtual Academy (TN VIVA) Series: Access for All: Differentiated Instruction for Complex Learners with Visual Impairments

Date: October 03, 2025

Time: 12:30PM to 2:30PM

Location: Online


Tennessee Visual Impairments Virtual Academy (TN VIVA) Series: Access for All: Differentiated Instruction for Complex Learners with Visual Impairments
Friday, October 3, 12:30-2:30 p.m. CST

Presenter: Melissa Hawkins, M.Ed, CTVI
This seminar explores effective, research-based strategies for differentiating instruction to meet the needs of students with visual impairments and additional disabilities. Participants will view hands-on examples, adaptive tools, and flexible lesson frameworks that promote access, engagement, and independence. Whether you're a classroom teacher, specialist, or paraprofessional, you’ll leave with practical approaches to immediately implement in your learning environment.


For accessibility information or to request an accommodation

Contact kc@vumc.org or 615-322-8240 for disability access information; 2 weeks advance notice is recommended for some accommodations (e.g., Braille, signing).