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Determining the Accessibility of K-12 Digital Materials: Tools for Educators.

Sean J. Smith, William M. Stahl

2016.9.1Journal of Special Education Leadership

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Developing accessible K-12 digital materials is crucial for inclusive online learning, but external vendors often neglect this aspect.

Abstract

. The rapid growth in K–12 online learning has resulted in the need for developing learning materials that are appropriate for—and accessible to—all learners, including students with disabilities. Because the development of online learning materials requires an investment of time and resources that are often outside the capabilities of school districts and individual teachers, materials used in the K–12 online classroom are typically developed by external, for-profit vendors.

Citation format

SMITH, Sean J.; STAHL, William M. Determining the accessibility of k-12 digital materials: Tools for educators. Journal of Special Education Leadership, 2016, 29: 89–100.