Suzanne H. Swift, Eastern New Mexico University
Roseanna C. Davidson, Texas Tech University
Linda J. Weems, Eastern New Mexico University

Children with cortical visual impairment (CVI) exhibit distinct visual behaviors which are often misinterpreted. As the incidence of CVI is on the rise, this has subsequently caused an increased need for identification and intervention with these children from teaching and therapy service providers. Distinguishing children with CVI from children with other types of visual impairments in intervention designs and other educational planning is crucial to designing effective programs. To assist to this end, presentation “hallmarks” of CVI are outlined in this paper, as are recommended treatment strategies for optimizing visual performance.

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