The Expanded Core Curriculum
The Expanded Core Curriculum addresses the knowledge and skills needed by students with visual impairments due to their unique disability and specific needs.
Compensatory SkillsConceptsAccess PrintBraille SkillsSlate & StylusNemeth CodeNemeth Code
Cranmer AbacusOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementManage Your Time
Keep Track of Time School Schedules School Bell Schedules Accessible Watches Accessible Timers Being Punctual Study SkillsAccess CoursesAccess Classes
Transitioning to College Assistive TechnologyProblem SolveBraille NotetakerBraille Notetaker
TabletsTablet Use
AudioAudio
Video MagnifierVideo Magnifier
Comuputer AccessSensory EfficiencyListening SkillsVisual EfficiencyOptical Device SkillsTactile ReadinessOrientation & MobilityProprioceptive Awareness
The School Campus What is In a Classroom White Cane Day Independence with Guide Dogs Assistance Dog Etiquette Nature Walk Shadows Using Lockers Types of Roadways Public Transportation Being a Nondriver Service Cars & Ridesharing Bioptic Driving Airline Travel |
Social SkillsNon-VerbalAvoid Socially Inappropriate Behaviors
Body Response & Gestures Body Language & Appearance Facial Expressions CommunicateRemembering Names
Gift Wrap Selection Invitations and RSVP Etiquette Gift Giving Gift Receiving Etiquette Gratitude Tone of Voice CooperateAttending to Group Leader
Understand Sarcasm Being Cooperative Politically Savy Respond to Negative Feedback True Friends & Being a Friend Voice Over Courtesy IdentityInteractionsSelf DeterminationCreate a Disability Statement
Identify Strength and Needs Know Your Medical History Vision Professionals Create Personal Data Sheet My Self Description My Vision Presentation Advocate for Safe Classroom Personal Responsibility Posing for Pictures Circle of Support Aging Eyes Changing Over the Years Coping with Change Explaining Your Vision to Others Set Personal Goals Keep Your Own Data Collection Dealing with Bullying & Teasing Requesting Help Conquering Fears Disability Disclosure Laws & Public Policy Hardships When You're Not Treated Fairly Body Image & Acceptance Recreation & LeisureRecreationGoal Ball
Beep Baseball Basketball Cycling Swimming Lifelong Exercise Walking & Running Adaptations Paralympics Blind Athletes Adapted Skiing Running Blind LeisureReading Music with Low Vision
Reading Music When Blind Attending Concerts Participating in Plays Attending Plays Adapting Board Games Adapting Card Games Arts & Crafts Pets Attending Movies Visiting Museums Attending Sporting Events Gardening Bowling Fishing Participating in Clubs Attending Church Vacations Planning Trips |
Independent Living SkillsPersonal CareHygiene & GroomingOral Hygiene
Blowing Your Nose Skin Care Applying Own Makeup Grooming and Hair Care Nail Care Household Skills MaintenanceLoading Dishwasher
Cooking Appliances Home Repairs Types of Ovens & Stoves Cleaning Floors Dusting Using Trash Bags Making the Bed Changing Sheets Money & BudgetShopping & ConsumerismCoupons
Comparison Shopping Receipt Study How to Bag Groceries Grocery Shopping Behaviors Grocery Shopping Tips for Blind Ways to Grocery Shop Common in Stores Chain vs. Independent Menus and Ording Tipping Eating & Table MannersEat Challenging Foods
Fold a Napkin Family Style Meals Making Dinner Reservations Common at Restaurants Dining Out at Restaurants Clothing Use, Identification & CareOn a Clothing Label
Fold a Shirt Clothing Selection Fabric Care Clean Dryer Lint Hanging Clothes Identifying Clothes Personal HealthSmall Wound Care
My Medical History Basic First Aid On OTC Medicine Label Identify Medicines Accessible Thermometers Self Care When You're Sick On Prescription Bottle Importance of Sleep Get Good Night's Sleep Accessible Scales Telephone UseService AgenciesVocational Rehabilitation Services
Scholarships SafetySelf Defense
Severe Weather Drills Lightning Safety NOAA Radios & Apps Emergency Kits Stay Safe in Severe Weather Emergencies & Emergency Color Codes 9-1-1 and True Emergencies Police Mutual Respect Guidelines Fire Drills Lockdowns Shelter in Place Evacuation Orders & Plans Air Quality Color Index Changing Batteries Stranger Safety Social Media & Internet Safety Bathroom Safety Food PreparataionStore & Label Groceries
Food Expiration Dates On a Food Label Packing a Lunch Make a Sandwich Lunch Containers Food Preparation Measure & Pour Liquids Measure & Pour Dry Cooking & Baking Tips Planning a Menu Career & VocationalPersonal KnowledgeJob AwarenessCareers at School
Job Interest Inventory Performig Chores Community Organizations Volunteer Work Work Experiences Building a Resume Maintaining a JobFollow Class and School Rules
Complete Assignments on Time Work Related Skills Assuming Responsibilities Job Modifications Laws Regarding Persons with Disabilities Workplace Social Skills |
