Study Guide

Field 128: Blind/Visual Impairment 
Test Design and Framework

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The test design below describes general assessment information. The framework that follows is a detailed outline that explains the knowledge and skills that this test measures.

Test Design

Test overview, including duration of test, number of questions, and passing score.
Format Computer-based test ( C B T )
Number of Questions 80 selected-response questions and 1 constructed-response assignment
Time* 4 hours
Passing Score 240

*Does not include 15-minute  C B T  tutorial

Test Framework

Pie chart of approximate test weighting outlined in the table below.

test weighting by number of questions per subarea part 1 of 2.
subareas range of competencies approximate percentage of test
selected-response
roman numeral 1 understanding students with visual impairments 0001–0003 20 percent
roman numeral 2 assessing students with visual impairments and developing individualized family service plans left paren I F S Ps right paren and individualized education programs left paren I E Ps right paren 0004–0006 20 percent
roman numeral 3 promoting student development and learning 0007–0011 32 percent
roman numeral 4 working in a collaborative learning community 0012–0013 13 percent
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test weighting by number of questions per subarea part 2 of 2.
subareas range of competencies approximate percentage of test
constructed-response
roman numeral 5 case study—analysis of data to identify and effectively address student needs 0014 15 percent

Subarea roman numeral 1–Understanding Students with Visual Impairments

Competency 0001–Apply knowledge of the human visual system.

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Competency 0002–Apply knowledge of the implications of visual impairments for cognitive, communicative, social-emotional, and physical development and functioning.

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Competency 0003–Apply knowledge of the principles of optics, optical and non-optical devices, and environmental adaptations, including the use of assistive technology, and how they may enhance the use of vision.

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Subarea roman numeral 2–Assessing Students with Visual Impairments and Developing Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs) and Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)

Competency 0004–Apply knowledge of the types and characteristics of assessment instruments and methods.

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Competency 0005–Apply knowledge of functional vision assessments and learning media assessments for students with visual impairments.

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Competency 0006–Apply knowledge of policies and procedures for developing, implementing, and monitoring Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs) and Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for students with visual impairments.

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Subarea roman numeral 3–Promoting Student Development and Learning

Competency 0007–Apply knowledge of strategies and procedures for establishing a positive and productive learning environment for students with visual impairments.

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Competency 0008–Apply knowledge of strategies and methods for fostering the communication and literacy skills of students with visual impairments.

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Competency 0009–Apply knowledge of strategies and methods for fostering the academic achievement of students with visual impairments.

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Competency 0010–Apply knowledge of strategies and methods for fostering the social-emotional development of students with visual impairments.

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Competency 0011–Apply knowledge of strategies and methods for developing and teaching Expanded Core Curriculum (ECC) skills to students with visual impairments, including students with co-existing or multiple disabilities.

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Subarea roman numeral 4–Working in a Collaborative Learning Community

Competency 0012–Apply knowledge of practices to establish partnerships with members of the family, school, and community to enhance learning opportunities for students with visual impairments.

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Competency 0013–Apply knowledge of professional roles and responsibilities, legal and ethical issues, and trends and key issues relevant to teaching students with visual impairments.

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Subarea roman numeral 5–Case Study—Analysis of Data to Identify and Effectively Address Student Needs

Competency 0014–Analyze quantitative and qualitative data for a student with a visual impairment to identify the student's strengths and needs and determine evidence- and research-based strategies for meeting the needs of a student with a visual impairment.

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