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4 Tips for using accessibility features to promote inclusion

Neo LMS

4 Tips for using accessibility features to promote inclusion. Read more: 6 Awesome examples of EdTech for the visually impaired student. However, many technology companies are becoming increasingly aware of how different tools regarded as “assistive technology” could be impactful to everyone. Model technology use.

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How to Implement the Hybrid Workplace Model in Your Company

ViewSonic Education

Already adopted by multiple industry-leading firms, the hybrid work model is able to merge company objectives with the rising demand for more flexible work arrangements. But the following five steps will help provide the necessary foundation on which to build a successful hybrid model for your company. .

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Edtech Company Encourages Its Employees to Volunteer as Substitute Teachers

Edsurge

For example: In late January, Utah Governor Spencer Cox issued an executive order giving state employees up to 30 hours of paid time off to sit in for missing staff at public and private schools. Company officials say it became apparent during the pandemic that school administrators couldn’t get substitutes fast enough.

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Equity and Access in Math Education

Edsurge

Families with social and economic capital tend to provide their children with more educational tools and opportunities, including enrichment activities, access to technology and familiarity with the learning process. However, working towards equity and access is of paramount importance. Ensure access to quality curriculum materials.

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Why Accessibility Must Be a Part of Diversity, Equity and Inclusivity Initiatives

Edsurge

Companies that are committed to diversity, equity and inclusivity (DEI) provide products and services that authentically and accurately reflect the learners they serve—whoever they are and wherever they live. They proactively plan for a diverse customer base and do not treat accessibility as an afterthought.

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Digital Accessibility Is a Bigger Education Issue Than We Think. Here’s What We Can Do About It.

Edsurge

As a school communications professional trained in digital accessibility, I’ve probably seen hundreds of newsletters like the one forwarded to me — and that’s a problem. I know this because the schools I work with rely on me to ensure their communications are accessible. Accessibility isn’t optional.

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7 Ways to Close the Access Gap

Tom Murray

Over the past few years, districts have been working diligently to close the access gap (coined in D.C. The statistics regarding the need are clear and I believe that equity in access is one of the main issues facing school leaders today. EveryoneOn.org is a non-profit that works to support families in obtaining access at home.