Provision of Assistive Resources for Learners with Visual Impairment in Colleges of the University of Rwanda

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to discuss the provision of assistive learning/teaching resources provided in inclusive
colleges of the University of Rwanda. This study adopted the descriptive survey design. The target population was
205 respondents who included deans of schools, resource room managers, lecturers, and students with visual
impairments. A sample size of 73 respondents selected through purposive, stratified and simple random sampling
techniques was used. Questionnaire and interview guides were used to gather data. The findings revealed that the
colleges of University of Rwanda do not have enough assistive learning/teaching resources and some of them are
not in working conditions. University management was recommended to enhance the provision of assistive
technologies and lecturers were recommended to adapt existing teaching/learning resources to meet the needs of
learners with visual impairment.

Key words: Provision, assistive resources, visual, impairment, inclusion, Rwanda