The O&M curriculum: mobility techniques, devices and the Expanded Core Curriculum¶

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Evidence · 1 claim (1 for) · 1 study (1 associational), q2 · 1 of 1 report an effect size · 1 claim rests on one study

Description¶

The O&M curriculum is a planned teaching system, part of the Expanded Core Curriculum for visually impaired learners, that teaches independent and confident movement using other senses and equipment. The article states "The regular O&M syllabi include various techniques related to mobility skills. These techniques are guidi ng technique, long cane technique, traveling tactics, searching for destination and using public transport". It also lists devices such as optical devices, electronic travel aids and global positioning systems, and major training foci including perceptual skills, environmental knowledge, sensory and motor development.

Design Implications¶

Context¶

Requirements¶

Qualified O&M specialists must conduct O&M assessments for students with visual impairments, ideally early and before prior evaluation lapses, per the article

Constraints¶

The article notes little research exists on the O&M skill levels and specific training needs of children with low vision

Target Learners¶

visually impaired children aged 5-15 in special education institutes

Learning Goals¶

independent movement and travel
social adjustment and interaction skills

Claims¶

O&M training is positively and strongly correlated with Pro-Social Behavior of visually impaired children toward their families [+W]

Examples¶

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Key Sources¶

Malik, S., Abd Manaf, U. K., Ahmad, N. A., & Ismail, M. (2018). Orientation and Mobility Training in Special Education Curriculum for Social Adjustment Problems of Visually Impaired Children in Pakistan. International Journal of Instruction, 11(2), 185-202. https://doi.org/10.12973/iji.2018.11213a

Page metadata

Field	Value
`type`	`design`
`id`	`om-curriculum-techniques-and-devices`
`title`	`The O&M curriculum: mobility techniques, devices and the Expanded Core Curriculum`
`description`	`The O&M curriculum is a planned teaching system, part of the Expanded Core Curriculum for visually impaired learners, that teaches independent and confident movement using other senses and equipment.`
`status`	`review`
`generated`	by `process:settle-candidates` on `2026-11-01`
`trust`	unverified — no one has confirmed this page's content
`sources`	1 — `malik-2018`

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