Kim T. Zebehazy

Board of Directors Member and Secretary, Blind Beginnings Society

Build Beginning Society

• Volunteer 2010-present
• Board Member 2010-2016; 2019-2023

Provincial Resources Centre for the Visually Impaired

• Advisory Board Member 2016-present

Shared Vision Collaboration Network

• Member 2011-present

U.S. Department of Education Federal Review Panel of the American Printing House for the Blind

• Chair 2014-present

EPSE 320 Classroom Inclusion of Students who are Blind and Visually Impaired

EPSE 546 Assistive Technology for Students with Visual Impairments

EPSE 514 Advanced Orientation and Mobility Techniques

EPSE 536 Foundations of Education for Students with Visual Impairments

EPSE 537 Programming in Orientation and Mobility

EPSE 538 Seminar in Orientation and Mobility

EPSE 540 Seminar in Low Vision

EPSE 543 Working with Students with Visual Impairments: Elementary and Secondary Curriculum

EPSE 545 Teaching the Expanded Core Curriculum

EPSE 546 Assistive Technology for Teachers of Students with Visual Impairments

EPSE 580 Directed Study

EPSE 590 Graduating Seminar

EPSE 598 Practicum/Internship- TSVI and O&M

EPSE 513 Foundations of Orientation and Mobility for Teachers of Students with Visual Impairments

University of Pittsburgh, 2006, Ph.D.

Western Michigan University , 1998, M.A.

Western Michigan University, 1997, B.A., Honours

Most Recent Grant Projects

2020-2023 SSHRC Insight Grant: Investigating the executive functioning (EF) skills of students with visual impairments

Principal Investigator of a three-year research grant that investigates accessible ways to assess EF skills of students with visual impairments (phase 1) and analyzes EF profiles of students with visual impairments (phase 2) to inform instructional needs.

2020: Faculty of Education Learning Transformed Grant: Creating special education teaching materials to advance Indigenous priorities in teaching, learning, research, and scholarship

This instructional grant was awarded to create interview videos with indigenous special educators, parents and students, along with accompanying learning materials and modules. The goal of the materials is to provide instructors resources to better address and incorporate indigenous perspectives and ways of knowing and learning within their special education courses at UBC.

Refereed Journal Articles

Alraddadi, M.M., & Zebehazy, K.T. (2023, online release). Using self-regulated learning theory to investigate the effectiveness of inclusion for students with visual impairments in a secondary school in Saudi Arabia.British Journal of Visual Impairment. https://doi.org/10.1177/026461962312017

Zebehazy, K.T., Rosenblum, L.P., & Thompson, K.M. (in press). Transportation during the COVID-19 pandemic: Perspectives of individuals who are blind or visually impaired. Journal of Visual Impairment & Blindness.

Stewart, R.,  Zebehazy, K.T., & Holbrook, M.C. (2022). Improving braille reading performance through progress monitoring and intervention: A case study. Journal of Visual Impairment & Blindness.

Zebehazy, K.T., Wilton, A.P., & Velugu, B. (2022). Graphics out loud: Perceptions and strategic action of students with visual impairments when engaging with graphics. Journal of Visual Impairment & Blindness. http://doi.org/10.1177/0145482X221087727

Rosenblum, L. P., Zebehazy, K. T., Gage, N. A., & Beal, C. R. (2021). Experiences building graphics literacy skills: Interviews with teachers and students,Journal of Visual Impairment & Blindness, 115, 538-549. http://doi.org/10.1177/0145482X211061619  

Rosenblum, L. P., Zebehazy, K. T., Gage, N. A., & Beal, C. R. (2021). Pre-algebra students’ performance locating and interpreting data in graphs and maps,Journal of Visual Impairment & Blindness, 115, 550-560.

Zebehazy, K.T., & Wilton, A.P. (2021). Graphic reading performance of students with visual impairments and its implication for instruction and assessment. Journal of Visual Impairment & Blindness, 115(3), 215-227.

Zebehazy, K.T., Renshaw, R.L., & Zimmerman, G.J. (2021). Orientation and mobility specialists’ positioning practices when teaching street crossings: Is there a standard approach? Journal of Visual Impairment & Blindness, 115(2), 85-94.

Gerofsky, S., & Zebehazy, K.T. (2022). Enhancing mathematical noticing of graphs through movement, voice, and metaphor: An intervention with two students with visual impairments. British Journal of Visual Impairment, 40(2), 209–221. https://doi.org/10.1177/0264619620963516 [2020 online release]

Zebehazy, K.T., Correa-Torrea, S., & Botsford, K. (2022). Developing pre-service O&M specialists’ reflective practices to improve problem-solving opportunities during instruction. British Journal of Visual Impairment, 40 (2), 209–221 [2020 online release]

Gee, S., & Zebehazy, K.T. (2020). Supporting students with visual impairments who are culturally and linguistically diverse: The role of the cultural liaison within the educational team. Journal of Visual Impairment & Blindness, 114(4), 249–262.

Zebehazy, K.T., Weber, R., Murphy, M., & Ghani, A. (2020). Students with visual impairments’ performance on abstract and scenario-based tasks and their correlates. Journal of Visual Impairment & Blindness, 114(4), 301–314.

Rosenblum, L. P., Cheng, L., Zebehazy, K, T., Wall Emerson, R., & Beal, C. R. (2020). Teachers’ descriptions of mathematics graphics for students with visual impairments: A preliminary investigation. Journal of Visual Impairment & Blindness, 114(3), 331-236.

Gunn, S.M., Lajoie, K., Zebehazy, K.T., Strath, R.A., Neima, D.R., & Marigold, D.S. (2019). Mobility-related gaze training in individuals with glaucoma: A proof-of-concept study. Translational Vision Science & Technology, 8(5), 1-17.

Zebehazy, K.T. (2015). Functional literacy for students with visual impairments and significant cognitive disabilities: The perspective of teachers of students with visual impairments. Research and Practice for Persons with Severe Disabilities, 39(4), 259-273. https://doi.org/10.1177/1540796914566712

Correa-Torres, S.M., & Zebehazy, K.T. (2014). Lessons learned from Hispanic mothers in the United States: Recommendations for personnel preparation and research in visual impairment. British Journal of Visual Impairment,  32(3), 191-199. https://doi.org/10.1177/0264619614539954

Zebehazy, K.T., & Wilton, A.P. (2014). Straight from the source: Students with visual impairments’ perceptions about graphic use. Journal of Visual Impairment & Blindness, 108 (4), 275-286. https://doi.org/10.1177/0145482X1410800403

Zebehazy, K.T., & Wilton, A.P. (2014). Charting success: The experience of teachers of students with visual impairments in promoting graphic use by students. Journal of Visual Impairment & Blindness, 108(4), 263-274. https://doi.org/10.1177/0145482X1410800402

Zebehazy, K.T., & Wilton, A.P. (2014). Quality, importance, and instruction: The perspective of teachers of students with visual impairments on student graphic use. Journal of Visual Impairment & Blindness, 108(1), 5-16. https://doi.org/10.1177/0145482X1410800102

Zebehazy, K.T., Zigmond, N., & Zimmerman, G.J. (2012). Ability or access-ability: Differential item functioning of items on alternate performance-based assessment tests for students with visual impairments. Journal of Visual Impairment & Blindness, 106(6), 325-338.https://doi.org/10.1177/0145482X1210600602

Zebehazy, K. T., Zigmond, N., & Zimmerman, G. J. (2012). Performance measurement and accommodation: The situation of students with visual impairments on Pennsylvania’s Alternate Assessment. Journal of Visual Impairment & Blindness, 106(1), 17-30. https://doi.org/10.1177/0145482X1210600103

Zebehazy, K.T., Zimmerman, G.J., & Zigmond (2012). Considerations in adapting alternate assessments for students with visual impairments. Insight: Research and Practice in Visual Impairment and Blindness, 5(2), 123-131.

Zebehazy, K.T., & Smith, T.J. (2011). An examination of characteristics related to social skill ability of youths with visual impairments. Journal of Visual Impairment & Blindness, 105 (2), 84-95.https://doi.org/10.1177/0145482X1110500206

Zebehazy, K.T. (2009). What did that alt tag say? An exploration of access to visually based web course explanations. AER Journal: Research & Practice in Visual Impairment & Blindness, 2(2), 63-75.

Zebehazy, K.T., Hartman, L., & Durando, J. (2006). Issue brief: High stakes testing and implications for students with visual and multiple disabilities. Journal of Visual Impairments & Blindness, 100(10), 598-601.https://doi.org/10.1177/0145482X0610001010

Zebehazy, K. T., Zimmerman, G. J., & Alderson, L. A. (2005). Use of digital video to assess O&M observation skills. Journal of Visual Impairment & Blindness, 99(10), 646-658.https://doi.org/10.1177/0145482×0509901008

Zebehazy, K. T., Zimmerman, G. J., Bowers, A. R., Lou, G., & Peli, E. (2005). Establishing mobility measures to assess the effectiveness of night vision devices: Results of a pilot study. Journal of Visual Impairment & Blindness, 99(10), 663-670.https://doi.org/10.1177/0145482×0509901010

Zebehazy, K. & Whitten, E. (2003). Collaboration between special schools and local education agencies: A progress report. Journal of Visual Impairment & Blindness, 97(2), 73-85.https://doi.org/10.1177/0145482×0309700203

Zebehazy, K. & Whitten, E. (1998). Do residential schools and local education agencies collaborate to improve the transitions of students with visual impairments? Journal of Visual Impairment & Blindness, 92(9), 647-655.https://doi.org/10.1177/0145482×9809200907″

Invited Articles and Knowledge Translation

Zebehazy, K.T., & Weber, R.C. (2022). Assessing the executive functioning skills of students with visual impairments. Visual Impairment and Deafblind Education Quarterly, 67(3), 44-57. http://dvi.uberflip.com/i/1476599-vidbe-q-67-3-summer-back-to-school-issue-2022/59

Ferrell, K.A., Correa-Torres, S.M., Zebehazy, K.T., & Monson, M. (2019, July). Lessons from the Special Education Elementary Longitudinal Study: Global relevance for the education of students with visual impairment. The Educator: Publication of the International Council for Education of People with Visual Impairment, 33(1), 18-26.

Weber, R.C., & Zebehazy, K.T. (2018). Promoting problem-solving in students with visual impairments. Visual Impairment and Deafblind Education Quarterly, 63(2), 19-24.

Zebehazy, K.T. (2016). Becoming a professional in visual impairment in Canada. Profile: University of British Columbia. Visual Impairment and Deafblind Education Quarterly, 61(1), 21-25.

Zebehazy, K. T., & Butler, D.L. (2015).  Supporting student problem solving and critical thinking in the ECC. Visual Impairment and Deafblind Education Quarterly, 60(2), 31-50.

Zebehazy, K.T. (2014). Successful graphics users with visual impairments: Strategies and implications for instruction and assessment. Division of Visual Impairment Quarterly, 59(3), 44-53.

Zebehazy, K.T., & Correa-Torres, S.M. (2013). Connecting with families from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds: A self-reflection process.  Division of Visual Impairment Quarterly, 58(2), 40-51.

Zebehazy, K.T. (2012). Book review: The multi sensory handbook: A guide for children and adults with sensory learning disabilities by Paul Pagliano. International Journal of Orientation and Mobility, 5(1), 53-55.

Zebehazy, K.T. (2011). Call to action: Contributing to research through your everyday teaching experiences. The Educator: Publication of the International Council for Education of People with Visual Impairment, 23(2), 38-44. 

Book Chapters

Zebehazy, K.T., & Lawson, H. (in press). Blindness and low vision. In J.M. Kaufman, & D.P. Hallahan (Eds.), .), Handbook of special education(3rded.) Routledge, a division of the Taylor & Francis Group.

Zebehazy, K.T. (in press). Teaching orientation and mobility for adverse weather conditions. In W.R. Weiner, & R. Wall Emerson (Eds.), Foundations of orientation and mobility: Volume II: Instructional strategies and practical applications (4^th). APH Press.

Holbrook, M.C., & Zebehazy, K.T. (2022). Reading approaches for braille readers. In N.J. Dale, A. Salt, J. Sargent, & R. Greenaway (Eds.),Children with vision impairment: Assessment, development and management. MacKeith Press Practice Guides.

Zebehazy, K.T. & Lawson, H. (2017). Blindness and low vision.  In J.M. Kaufman, & D.P. Hallahan (Eds.), Handbook of special education (2^nd ed.) Routledge, a division of the Taylor & Francis Group.

Zebehazy, K.T., & McCarthy, T. (2017). Moving from assessment to instruction. In M.C. Holbrook, T. McCarthy, & C. Kamei-Hannan (Eds.), Foundations of education: Volume II: Instructional strategies for teaching children and youths with visual impairments (3^rd ed.) (pp. 165-202). AFB Press.

Barclay, L., Zebehazy, K.T. , Kamei-Hannan, C. (2017). Overview of assessment. In M.C. Holbrook, T. McCarthy, & C. Kamei-Hannan (Eds.), Foundations of education: Volume II: Instructional strategies for teaching children and youths with visual impairments (3^rd ed.) (pp. 35-62). AFB Press.

Kamei-Hannan, C., Barclay, L., & Zebehazy, K.T. (2017). Informal assessment techniques. In M.C. Holbrook, T. McCarthy, & C. Kamei-Hannan (Eds.), Foundations of education: Volume II: Instructional strategies for teaching children and youths with visual impairments (3^rd ed.) (pp. 63-107). AFB Press.

Zebehazy, K.T., Fox, L.A., & Peel, C. (2017). Independent living skills. In M.C. Holbrook, T. McCarthy, & C. Kamei-Hannan (Eds.), Foundations of education: Volume II: Instructional strategies for teaching children and youths with visual impairments (3^rd ed.) (pp. 699-752). AFB Press.

Zebehazy, K.T., & Weber, R.C. (2017). Problem solving and critical thinking. In M.C. Holbrook, T. McCarthy, & C. Kamei-Hannan (Eds.), Foundations of education: Volume I: History and theory of teaching children and youths with visual impairments (3^rd ed.) (pp. 456-470). New York: NY: AFB Press [Refereed, equal partnership in manuscript preparation]

Bozeman, L., & Zebehazy, K.T. (2014). Personnel preparation in visual impairment. In P.T. Sindelar, E.D. McCray, M.T. Brownell, & Lignugaris-Kraft, B. (Eds.), Handbook of research in special education teacher preparation (pp. 353-368). Invited Chapter for New York, NY: Routledge, Taylor, & Francis Lane Akers.

Zimmerman, G.J., & Zebehazy, K.T. (2011). Blindness and low vision.  In J.M. Kaufman, & D.P. Hallahan (Eds.), Handbook of special education (pp. 247-261). New York, NY: Routledge, a division of the Taylor & Francis Group. Invited Chapter.

Zimmerman, G. J., Zebehazy, K. T., & Moon, M. L. (2010). Optics and low vision devices. In A. L. Corn & J. Erin (Eds.), Foundations of low vision: Clinical and functional perspectives, 2nd Ed (pp. 192-237). New York, NY: AFB Press.