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Empowering All Learners: Designing for Diversity to Break Learning Experience Barriers
April 23, 2024 at 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM
| Location: | 481 Future Learning Lab (4th floor), MacOdrum Library |
| Cost: | Free |
Welcome to this workshop that will revolutionize your approach to course design!
This session will outline the visually impaired student’s challenges in navigating PDF course materials and assignments and offer invaluable tips for selecting inclusive course outlines, readings, and PowerPoint presentations. Knowing how to create accessible course materials for students with visual impairments will enhance the learning and engagement not only for students with visual impairments but also enhance the learning experience for all learners. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your teaching toolkit and create a truly inclusive learning environment for all students from our expert, Jason Goveas (a specialist in providing adaptive technologies and accessible course materials that meet the unique needs of accommodated students) from the Paul Menton Centre (PMC).
During this session, you will learn more about how to:
- Recognize the challenges faced by visually impaired students in accessing course materials.
- Identify practical tips for choosing accessible course readings and assignments that are accessible to all learners.
- Gain valuable insights from student feedback to enhance your teaching approach.
To discover how small changes can make a big impact and ensure that your courses are accessible and engaging for all learners, join Jason Goveas along with TLS facilitators for an exciting presentation and discussion.
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