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At PaTTAN, our goal is to provide educators with a breadth of publications that are grounded in proven best practices and a deep research base, reflecting a commitment to school improvement. PaTTAN offers publications on a variety of topics, all focused on improving educational results for students with and without disabilities.

Whether you are just starting out in the field of education, or you want to improve upon the work you and your team are already doing, let PaTTAN support you with the expertise of our educational consultants. Pennsylvania educators, school administrators, and families can view, download, and order PaTTAN publications mailed to their school or home.

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April 15, 2026

Considerations for Educating Students With CVI: The Learning Environment

Students with cortical/cerebral visual impairment (CVI) have unique learning needs that differ in complexity from students with an ocular visual impairment. This tool facilitates team discussion and problem-solving, and offers practical ideas to implement throughout the school day, with the intent to promote a student’s access to instruction in a positive learning environment. Also available in Spanish and Dutch.

April 10, 2026

Teachers' Desk Reference: Visual Impairment

This issue of Teachers' Desk Reference focuses on what teachers need to know about educating students with visual impairments in the general education classroom. Available in a convenient bundle.

February 27, 2026

APR: Is a Career as a Teacher of Students with Visual Impairments (TVI) Right for You?

The APR: Career Exploration Series offers valuable insights into the various professional roles in special education and can educate students on potential career paths. This fact sheet highlights key aspects of a Teacher for Students with Visual Impairments (TVI), such as daily responsibilities and the skills required for success. Visit the APR Repository to learn more about Pennsylvania's APR initiative.

December 2, 2025

Digital Eye Strain: Symptoms and Solutions

After using digital media all day, are your students making comments related to their vision? This publication describes some of the symptoms of, and solutions for, digital eye strain.

May 1, 2025

Matching Assistive Technology (AT) Features to Low Vision Needs

For students who have low vision, various interventions have the potential to maximize the use of functional vision, which varies from student to student. Specifically, these strategies can maximize clarity, optimize the field of view, maximize color and contrast, optimize lighting, minimize glare, and enhance visual efficiency, visual comfort, and visual confidence. This booklet explains the general process for matching students with appropriate low vision interventions within a functional setting.

April 14, 2025

Preschool to School-Age Transition: Considerations for Children Who Are Blind/Visually Impaired

An important part of the school-age transition team’s discussion for children who are Blind/Visually Impaired must include the unique learning and environmental needs. Included in this publication is a list of questions and considerations for use as a preplanning tool for initial and ongoing discussions between the parents or guardians and school personnel.

January 27, 2025

APR: Is a Career as an Accessible Media Producer (AMP) Right for You?

The APR: Career Exploration Series offers valuable insights into the various professional roles in special education and can educate students on potential career paths. This fact sheet highlights key aspects of an Accessible Media Producer (AMP), such as daily responsibilities and the skills required for success. Visit the APR Repository to learn more about Pennsylvania's APR initiative.

June 4, 2024

Answering Special Considerations for Students Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired

This publication addresses how the Learning Media Assessment is used to help individualized education program (IEP) teams when developing IEPs for students who are blind or visually impaired.

July 31, 2023

Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC): Visual and Environmental Considerations

The purpose of this framework is to help school teams assess a student's ability to visually access a communication system/display and to address the impact of environmental issues.

February 21, 2023

APR: Is a Career as an Orientation & Mobility (O&M) Specialist Right for You?

The APR: Career Exploration Series offers valuable insights into the various professional roles in special education and can educate students on potential career paths. This fact sheet highlights key aspects of an Orientation & Mobility (O&M) Specialist, such as daily responsibilities and the skills required for success. Visit the APR Repository to learn more about Pennsylvania's APR initiative.

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