A framework for helping the visually impaired learn and practice math

Visually impaired people usually try to build their careers in areas where the use of mathematics is minimal. This is because learning or practicing mathematics demands highly visual abilities. In this paper, a framework is introduced which will enable visually impaired students to learn and practice mathematics like sighted students. The framework was instantiated successfully to enable visually impaired students to learn and practice linear algebra. An electronic system was developed which was used by visually impaired university students. In addition, an instantiation was implemented to help visually impaired upper elementary and middle school students learn and practice Algebra using either Arabic or English. This instantiation has been implemented as an electronic system and tested for upper elementary students. Encouraging results were reported. Currently work is ongoing to augment it to serve middle school students.