Learning Resources
Please note: the resources available below are not a formal course offering. There are no assignments, exams or certification available with the resources – these are provided by universities and colleges using the resources. For an individual user, the resources are intended as a reference only, rather than as a full course.
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Virtual Refractor
Virtual Refractor simulates distance and near subjective refractions using a refractor head on virtual patients. Access to the Virtual Refractor is currently free in view of the challenges to optometry education posed by COVID19.
Optometry Resources
The Global Optometry Resources is a suite of open educational resources that aim to facilitate the implementation, delivery and advancement of optometric education. The resources are available in English, Spanish, Vietnamese, French and Portuguese.
Grading Scales
The Grading Scales are a quick reference to the key signs and symptoms associated with contact lens related inflammation and infection. Also available in US Letter size.
Refractive Error Manual
Primary Eye Care Manual
The Primary Eye Care Manual aims to provide the knowledge and practical skills required to conduct a primary eye care examination and treat or refer as appropriate. Also available in Portuguese.
Basic Refraction for Ophthalmologists
The Basic Refraction for Ophthalmologists Manual takes ophthalmologists and residents through refraction education in a clear, simple, and logical process.
Social Responsibility
The Social Responsibility presentation aims to provide an outline of four cross cutting issues that have relevance in development strategies: gender equity, disability inclusiveness, child protection and environmental protection.
Vision Centre Toolkit and Manual
The Vision Centre Toolkit includes both a manual and toolkit that includes practical tools, examples and processes to assist with the establishment and management of the operations of a vision centre.
School Eye Health Guidelines
The Standard School Eye Health Guidelines for Middle and Low-income Countries is a tool to provide direction to those planning and implementing eye health initiatives in schools.