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Monday, January 06, 2003
Accessible Web Pages: Advice for Educators - Margaret M. Thombs, Syllabus
The Internet has become an integral part of the educational process. Online research, Web-enhanced courses, and textbook-companion Web sites are just a few of the areas in which teachers and students have seen the benefits of using this technology. While educators have embraced the responsibility of providing equal access to educational resources to all students, Internet technology presents new challenges in this area. Students who have vision or hearing problems, who have difficulties with motor control, or who face other challenges, such as learning disabilities or language barriers, may find the Web difficult or impossible to explore. Educators who use the Internet in their instruction or who create their own Web pages need to be aware of the laws governing universal access to technology.
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