Instructions for determining the dominant eye in children

Determining a child's dominant eye is easy and can be done in just a few steps. Here's a quick guide:

Preparation:

Find a quiet place where the child is relaxed.

Hold a small object (e.g. a pen or toy) about three to five meters away from the child.

Conducting the test:

Ask the child to stretch out his hands and form a small triangle or hole with the thumbs and index fingers of both hands.

Tell the child to look at the object through this triangle/hole without moving their head.

Make sure the child keeps both eyes open.

Observation:

Now ask the child to close the right eye first and ask if he can still see the object through the hole

Repeat with the left eye.

The eye through which the child still sees the object after closing one eye is the dominant eye

Result :

Note which eye is dominant (right or left). This knowledge can help you choose the optimal seating position in the classroom.

Important:

Eye dominance can change over time, especially in children. Here are some factors that can influence a change in eye dominance:

Age and development:

In young children, ocular dominance is often not yet fully developed. It can change with the growth and development of the visual system until late childhood or early adolescence.

Eye diseases or injuries:

If a child develops an eye disease, injury, or a significant change in vision in one eye, this can affect eye dominance. The healthier or stronger eye may then become dominant.

Training and habits:

In some cases, targeted training, such as closing the dominant eye to strengthen the weaker eye (e.g. in amblyopia), can change eye dominance.

Changing viewing conditions:

External factors such as changes in vision correction (e.g. new glasses or contact lenses) can also influence eye dominance.

Recommendation:

Since eye dominance can change, it's a good idea to check it regularly, especially if you notice your child experiencing visual difficulties or if learning conditions change. A regular check, such as once a year or as needed, can help ensure your child continues to sit in the optimal classroom position.

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