Some things I have learned about accessible materials are the different programs that are available for students such as, text to speech, online readers, word processor, spell check. It also expresses the importance of offering these different softwares to all students because all students can benefit from them and it helps to decrease stigma if everyone has these programs. The first video explains that according to NIMAS, a student needs to have two different qualifications in order to receive materials. First a student needs to be identified with a print disability. The second is the student needs to have obtaining services under special education laws.
Technology is extremely useful when obtained these accessible materials. We want to move away from printing only textbooks and materials because some students need reading softwares due to weakness in decoding or blindness. With these technology students achievement levels will increase and this will result in becoming a better member in society. Textbooks should come in print and online.
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