Consideration of special factors

Section 614(d)(3)(B)(iii) (20 U.S.C. 1414(d)(3)(B)(iii)) is amended to read as follows: (iii) in the case of a child who is blind or visually impaired— (I) provide for instruction in Braille and the use of Braille unless— (aa) the IEP Team determines (after a properly administered Learning Media Assessment, Functional Vision Evaluation, and any additional assessment administered or overseen by a teacher of students with visual impairments, including an assessment of the child’s future needs for instruction in Braille or the use of Braille) that instruction in Braille or the use of Braille is not appropriate for the child; and (bb) the parent has given specific written informed parental consent; and (II) provide instruction meeting the child’s unique learning needs, including instruction which may be needed by students without disabilities or with other disabilities but which must be specifically designed, modified, or delivered to meet the unique learning needs of children who are blind or visually impaired, which instruction includes proficient use of assistive technologies (both at home and in school and which includes low vision devices as determined appropriate), orientation and mobility (provided and exercised in a variety of environments including at home, in school, and in community), self-determination, sensory efficiency, socialization, recreation and fitness, independent living skills, and age appropriate career education;.