This course introduces some of the fundamental principles of accessibility and prepares learners for further study in accessibility and inclusive design. Learners will have an opportunity to explore the major types of disabilities and related assistive technology and adaptive strategies, the most salient contours of the legal landscape, and the major principles that guide universal design and accessible content creation. Spotlight guest videos will highlight firsthand perspectives on disability, as well as topics like disability etiquette, universal design and universal design for learning, accommodation in higher education, campus accessibility policy, and accessibility in a corporate setting.
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An Introduction to Accessibility and Inclusive Design
University of Illinois at Urbana-ChampaignAbout this Course
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Course Orientation
Module 1: Understanding Disability and Assistive Technology
Module 2: The Legal Landscape and the Workplace
Module 3: Universal Design
Module 4: Accessible Digital Materials
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- 5 stars78.28%
- 4 stars17.71%
- 3 stars1.14%
- 2 stars1.71%
- 1 star1.14%
TOP REVIEWS FROM AN INTRODUCTION TO ACCESSIBILITY AND INCLUSIVE DESIGN
This course gives me basic knowledge on accessibility that I need for my work ahead. I have so much respect on people at University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign who have contirbuted to this course.
Valuable knowledge about how accessibility and inclusive design is beneficial for all. Highly recommend if going into field of technology and design.
I learned SO much! Still considering my path in terms of a career but I know that whatever I do, I will carry what I learned with me and put it to good use! Thank you:)
Todo perfecto en el curso, pero se me dificultó que no tuviera traducciones en algunas videos.
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