Investigating language learning and pedagogy for blind and partially sighted students in Oman?s tertiary education

This study is aimed at examining the construction and dynamics of language learning practice and pedagogy for blind and partially sighted students in Oman?s institutions of higher education. In particular, it is focused at identifying visually impaired language learners? profiles, their motivations and challenges of learning the English language. The identification of these parameters will provide a platform for the creation of guidelines to mitigate possible challenges and provide a smooth adjustment to tertiary education and successful language learning for the Omani VI language learners.