As the pandemic unfolded, thousands of courses pivoted to online options at lightning speed with, in many cases, little consideration of ensuring that the technology, content, and activities were fully accessible to and inclusive of students with disabilities. The presenter will present 20 evidence-based tips on how to deliver an online course that is accessible to all students, including those with disabilities; share resources for learning more; and discuss issues with participants.
Dr. Sheryl Burgstahler founded and directs Accessible Technology Services—which includes the DO-IT (Disabilities, Opportunities, Internetworking, and Technology) and the IT Accessibility Technology (ITAT) Teams—at the University of Washington. These dynamic groups promote (1) the development of self determination skills, use of mainstream and assistive technology, and other interventions to support the success of students with disabilities in postsecondary education and careers and (2) the universal design (UD) of learning opportunities; facilities; websites, media, documents and other IT; and services to ensure that they are accessible to, usable by, and inclusive of individuals with disabilities.