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The Open University

Assistive technologies and online learning

The Open University via OpenLearn

Overview

In this free course, Assistive technologies and online learning, you will explore some of the technology that disabled students use when accessing computers. We will take a look at the tools and techniques that make it possible for disabled students to engage with online learning.

Syllabus

  • Introduction
  • Learning outcomes
  • 1 What is assistive technology?
  • 1 What is assistive technology?
  • 1.1 What do you know about assistive technology?
  • 1.2 Lifeskills technologies and curriculum assistive technologies
  • 2 Built-in assistive technology
  • 2 Built-in assistive technology
  • 2.1 Trying out built-in assistive technology
  • 3 Specialist assistive technology
  • 3 Specialist assistive technology
  • 3.1 Students’ voices on assistive technology
  • Conclusion
  • References
  • Acknowledgements

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  • Teyonda Riley
    class was very informative, easy to navigate and understand. I would definitely recommend to others.

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