Study Skills

Carmen Willings | teachingvisuallyimpaired.com | February 21, 2026

Study skills help students who are blind or visually impaired efficiently access, organize, and retain information. Because many traditional study methods rely heavily on visual input, students require direct instruction in alternative strategies that support learning through tactile, auditory, and accessible digital formats. Instruction focuses on helping students locate information, conduct research, identify important details, and use effective study strategies. Students also learn how to use assistive technology and digital tools to support note-taking, organization, and information review. These skills help students become independent learners and successfully manage academic demands. Strong study skills support academic achievement, confidence, and independence across all subject areas and educational settings.

Book Lists

Students learn to use book lists to identify and locate required reading materials. Instruction includes understanding how materials are organized and how to access books in appropriate formats. Access: Book Lists

Locate Library Books

Students learn strategies for locating books in school and public libraries. Instruction includes understanding library organization systems and locating materials independently. Access: Locate Library Books

Effective Study Strategies

Research Skills. Students learn how to locate, access, and gather information for academic assignments. Instruction focuses on using accessible resources, identifying reliable information, and organizing research materials. Access: Research Skills

Study Skills Instruction

Students learn strategies for reviewing information, preparing for tests, and completing assignments. Instruction focuses on methods that support understanding and retention. Access: Study Skills Instruction

Study Habits

Students learn routines that support consistent and effective studying. Instruction includes time management, organization, and creating productive study environments. Access: Study Habits 

Identify Pertinent Information

Students learn to identify key information in text and instructional materials. Instruction focuses on recognizing important details and organizing information for learning. Access: Identify Pertinent Information

Note Taking Apps

Students learn to use accessible note-taking tools to record, organize, and review information. Instruction focuses on using features that support efficient access and retrieval of information. Access: Note-Taking Apps

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