FETC 2018

Is Your Digital Content Accessible? A Manageable How-To Guide (Room South 331CD)

25 Jan 18
1:00 PM - 1:40 PM

Tracks: Future of EdTech Special Education

The shift to providing digital material for students and families is at an all-time high, which can offer increased access to instruction for students with diverse needs and abilities. However, the very digital tools being used to support your instruction and communication might, in fact, jeopardize students' access and success. In this featured session, Kindy Segovia will offer tips and strategies to help you choose accessible digital resources, and to properly modify the digital resources you're already using. She also will break down the steps needed to help you ramp up accessibility practices using digital content. As a result, you will be better able to assess accessibility issues related to everything from your district website to the online materials being used in your classrooms.