NCADEMI Webinar Recordings
Get to Know the New National Center on Accessible Digital Educational Materials & Instruction
January 21, 2025
Demand for training and resources on digital accessibility in PreK-12 settings has never been higher. Schools are creating more inclusive learning environments that meet federal and state legal obligations by proactively ensuring that digital educational materials are accessible to students with disabilities.
Enter the new National Center on Accessible Digital Educational Materials & Instruction (NCADEMI – pronounced “n-cademy”), funded by the Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP) at the U.S. Department of Education. We provide training and technical assistance to help states and school districts (and others) improve accessibility practices and make informed decisions about educational materials that are usable for students with disabilities.
The Intersection of Special Education and New PreK-12 Digital Accessibility Requirements
December 10, 2024
The pairing of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) with the new ADA Title II final rule opens a fresh opportunity for education leaders to improve coordination between general and special education. Find out how these two distinct laws work – together and separately - to improve accessibility of digital educational materials provided in schools. We highly recommend attending or watching the recording of Part 1, Act Now: Understanding New PreK-12 Digital Accessibility Requirements, as a prerequisite.
Act Now: Understanding New, PreK-12, Digital Accessibility Requirements
December 3, 2024
The Department of Justice recently announced new requirements that will fundamentally change how PreK-12 schools, districts, and state education agencies provide digital educational materials. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) now requires all web content and mobile apps used in public schools to meet specific accessibility standards. Learn about the new requirements, the timeline for compliance, and actions you can take now.