ERIC Number: EJ883033
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2010
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Making Online Learning Accessible: Using Technology to Declutter the Web
Brunvand, Stein; Abadeh, Heidi
Intervention in School and Clinic, v45 n5 p304-311 2010
The proliferation of Web 2.0 technologies has made it possible for teachers to create a variety of engaging online learning activities for students of all ages. However, for students with learning disabilities, the prospect of having to search, read, and analyze information online can be overwhelming. This article reviews a variety of tools and techniques that teachers can use to help make online learning more manageable for students with disabilities. These free tools focus on removing the clutter and distractions often found online and helping direct student attention towards the relevant content. (Contains 4 figures.)
Descriptors: Electronic Learning, Learning Disabilities, Online Courses, Internet, Accessibility (for Disabled), Academic Accommodations (Disabilities), Assistive Technology, Influence of Technology, Barriers, Access to Information, Search Engines, Navigation (Information Systems), Technological Literacy, Web Sites
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Evaluative
Education Level: Elementary Secondary Education; Higher Education
Audience: Teachers
Language: English
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