Accuracy of school-based vision screening by teachers in Pakistan: a qualitative study

Main objectives

  • To explore the knowledge and competencies of teachers in carrying out visual acuity testing
  • To investigate how visual acuity testing practices were applied
  • To determine teachers’ motivations and attitudes towards carrying out school-based visual acuity testing

Summary

Although the school-based vision screening programme was well received and supported by the schools and health providers, a number of factors undermined the effectiveness and efficiency of the programme. They were: limited time allocated for training and practice; limited supervision and the lack of refresher training; trainers insufficiently experienced in training non-health staff; and teachers involved had many other responsibilities and could not allocate sufficient time to conduct the activity properly.

Study details
Start date
2019
Finish date
2020
Main contact
Stevens Bechange
Senior Research Adviser
Partners
  • Layton Rehmatulla Benevolent Trust (LRBT) Eye Hospital
Funders
Countries
Themes/conditions