Bridging the Digital Divide in Postsecondary Education: Technology Access for Youth with Disabilities
| Title: | Bridging the Digital Divide in Postsecondary Education: Technology Access for Youth with Disabilities (ID: CSD3315) | | Author(s): | Sheryl E. Burgstahler (University of Washington) | | Topics: | Access for Persons with Disabilities, Universal Access, Web Accessibility | | Origin: | Community Contributions (2004) | | Type: | Articles, Papers, and Reports | | Abstract: | This brief was designed for secondary and postsecondary educators and administrators, employers, individuals with disabilities, and parents. It outlines the challenges youth with disabilities face in gaining access to technology, and provides specific recommendations for achieving greater technology access. Computer access has the potential to help people with disabilities complete coursework independently, participate in class discussions, communicate with peers and mentors, access distance learning courses, participate in high tech careers, and lead self-determined lives. | | View this resource: | |
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