Dificuldades e desafios das pessoas com deficiência visual no acesso e permanência ao ensino superior

Abstract

This paper proposed a discussion on the difficulties and challenges faced by people with visual impairment in access and permanence to higher education, based on a literature review, based on a survey of bibliographic references and current legislation. Forthis, a qualitative and descriptive approach was used, in which data collected in field research conducted in previous studies for theconstruction of this research were also observed. The research pointed out that despite advances in public policies and legislation that guarantee the right to education for people with visual impairment, there are still many difficulties and challenges to be overcome in order to remain quality in the university until the completion of the course.