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Why Accessibility Matters in Online Teaching and Learning

October 21, 2020 Amanda Smothers Best Practices, Resources, Teaching, Tips

What is “accessibility” in an online course? According to the Office of Civil Rights and the U.S. Department of Education, “accessible’ means a person with

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2020 ECAR Study of the Technology Needs of Students with Disabilities

June 15, 2020 CITL Best Practices, News, Resources, Teaching, Technology Trends

EDUCAUSE Center for Analysis and Research (ECAR) recently released the findings of their Study of the Technology Needs of Students with Disabilities, 2020. In their

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Inclusive Education: Tools and Techniques for Remote and Online Instruction

May 14, 2020 CITL Best Practices, News, Resources, Teaching, Tips, Web Tools

Inclusive teaching improves learning for all students, not just those with disabilities. The following resources compiled by Blackboard Ally can help you provide students with

Universal Design for Learning New 3-Part Online Series

February 11, 2016 Yvonne Johnson Best Practices, Newsletter, Teaching, Workshops

21st Century college students bring a diverse set of preferences, skills and expectations to the classroom. Engaging and motivating students in the dynamic age in