Lesson 1: An Introduction to Accessibility

Readings:

  • Definition and student statistics
  • Educational issues
  • Overall Impact
  • Text defining accessibility
  • Current barriers to accessibility
  • Discussion of best practices
  • UNC statement on accessibility
  • Where accessibility information is housed (distance education, disabilities services, accessibility services)

Videos:

  • What is accessibility
  • How many students have issues
  • How accessibility affects education
  • Demonstrations of accessibility issues
  • How accessibility affects all students

Activities:

  1. Complete lesson 1
  2. Participate in lesson 1 forum
  3. Submit lesson 1 activity (checklist)