Getting to 1M: Understanding Magnification and Print Size

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Presented by Darick Wright, CLVT, COMS

This is one-hour webinar explores considerations when determining appropriate print/symbol size, use of a near visual acuity chart as a tool to determine print size and information about various optical and non-optical methods of magnification.

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Learning Goals and Objectives

Upon completion of the session, participants will be able to:

  • Learn about considerations when determining appropriate print/symbol size.
  • Learn to use a near visual acuity chart as a tool to determine print size.
  • Learn about various optical and non-optical methods of magnification.

 

PRESENTER SUMMARY:
Darick Wright, Coordinator of the Low Vision Clinic at Perkins School for the Blind, an Adjunct Instructor at UMASS/Boston and an Assistant Professor of Vision Rehabilitation at the New England College of Optometry.

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