Talking Stakeholders off the Ledge: A Guide to Conversations About Accessibility
When it comes to discussing accessibility with stakeholders, there are two inevitable hurdles: convincing them it’s a worthwhile pursuit, and calming them down when they realize just how much effort that actually requires. If you’ve ever broached the topic, you’ve likely encountered one of three classic reactions: annoyance, full-blown panic, or a state of paralysis […]
Why Inclusive Learning Design Matters for Every Learner
Imagine starting an online course eager to learn, but find the content difficult to navigate, videos lack captions, and assessments rely solely on a single-timed test that doesn’t reflect your strength. Frustrating, right? For many learners, this is a daily reality. Research shows that the number of students with disabilities attending institutions of higher learning […]
Empowering Every Learner: Strategies for Creating Accessible Online Courses
The education industry has undergone remarkable transformations in recent years. The disruptions caused by the pandemic, the rapid (and often ill-prepared) shift to online education, and the meteoric rise of AI have all contributed to a more technology-focused approach to teaching and learning—for better or worse. However, one undeniably positive outcome of these changes has […]
AI and Accessibility: Five Tools to Enhance User Experience
The topic of artificial intelligence seems as ubiquitous as the weather in today’s ever-evolving world. The sentiment of these conversations tends to swing wildly between AI bringing about a long-awaited utopia, or the inevitable downfall of society as we know it. Regardless of these polarizing discussions, the potential of AI should not be overlooked. After […]
Quality Courses through eLearning Quality Assurance
eLearning Quality Assurance is essential in today’s fourth industrial revolution, where educational tools predominantly exist online. With the advent of the Covid-19 pandemic, over 1.2 billion students globally have transitioned to e-learning (WEForum, 2020). In this environment, where online courses are increasingly common, it’s crucial to ensure your course’s quality to stand out. Focusing on […]
The Importance of Accessibility in Education
What is the importance of accessibility in education? Without the need to use a screen reader or other assistive technologies, it can be difficult to imagine what it is like to experience learning that wasn’t designed with accessibility in mind. It’s easy to take for granted how much information is conveyed through the layout, size, […]