Recommendations for Providing Accessible Technology for Students to Enhance Personalized Learning | Personalize Learning (#plearnchat) | Scoop.it

"At the International Conference on Assistive Technology and Persons with Disabilities, Microsoft is hosting a panel to discuss a report released by UNESCO entitled "Consultative Accessible ICTs and Personalized Learning for Students with Disabilities."

 

The UNESCO report outlines practical solutions, such as:

1. Maximize use of accessibility features in current school technology.

2. Support teachers with training, curriculum resources, and accessibility contacts.

3. Consider students’ accessibility needs early in curriculum development.

4. Facilitate students to learn the life skill of personalizing technology.

5. Consider accessibility when planning school technology.

6. Make accessible technology a key consideration for national and regional policies."

 

- blog by Anthony Salcito