Mainstream technology tools with built-in accessibility features, and the availability of virtual reality, simulations, and augmented reality present new opportunities for students with disabilities to access and engage with STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) content.
This five-part series presents ways for educational leaders to incorporate accessible technologies and STEM tools with principles of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) to create STEM programs that are more accessible for students with disabilities.
AIR Informs Episode #6: Meeting the Needs of Students with Disabilities During COVID-19
Remote learning requires adjustment for all students, but students with disabilities face additional challenges during the COVID-19 quarantine. In the latest episode of AIR Informs, Allison Gandhi, managing researcher and director of AIR’s special education practice area, describes some of these obstacles and shares strategies to help students make the most of this time.
