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Gwiazda, Jane; And Others – Sight-Saving Review, 1979
Based on studies and clinical findings, two techniques for testing infant vision are described: near-retinoscopy (used to assess the refractive state of infants and young children) and a fast preferential looking procedure (used to assess the acuity of infants up to one year of age). (DLS)
Descriptors: Disability Identification, Infants, Screening Tests, Vision Tests
Hatfield, Elizabeth M. – Sight-Saving Review, 1979
The article considers methods and standards for screening infants and young children for visual handicaps. Eye screening at three basic age levels is examined: newborn, six months, and three to five years. (DLS)
Descriptors: Handicapped Children, Identification, Infants, Neonates

Trief, E.; Morse, A. R. – Journal of Visual Impairment and Blindness, 1987
Although several vision screening techniques are available for infants, none is routinely used. Visual deficits are often first detected through required preschool vision screenings, which vary in their comprehensiveness. No standardization for testing or administration exists. Some of the testing procedures used may have inappropriately high…
Descriptors: Infants, Preschool Education, Preschool Tests, School Readiness Tests