Awareness of the Environment

By observing behaviour and asking questions you can find out if vision has been used to explore and learn about the common objects used by people in the community.

It is best to ask questions that require an extended answer and avoid questions that can be answered with a 'yes' or 'no'. Ask "What is your mother holding?" not "Is your mother holding a basket?"

Does the person watch activities happening close and far away and can the actions or activities be imitated?

Can all common objects in the environment be recognised by looking at them?

Can all necessary objects be located and found immediately? The objects could be for cooking, eating, working or for play. Can all the objects and how they are used be described? From what distance can this be done?

Does the person move in a restricted, small area or move freely throughout the whole area of the village or town?

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