Providing materials in formats such as braille, large print, audio, and digital text to eligible students who need them.
“For a long time, the state assessments he received weren’t in the right braille code and/or the equipment wasn’t in place for him to access the test in either enlarged print or braille.
“When that happened, the test wasn’t really measuring what it’s supposed to measure. Instead, it was measuring how well he could read outdated braille codes, or how well his eyes worked, or for how long his eyes gave him accurate information.”
Some educators and policy makers hoped AI would make learning on devices, such as mobile phones, tablets or laptops, more accessible for students with disabilities. But before adopting the technology, school leaders need to ask some important questions about how it will affect learning and what steps need to be taken to protect student privacy.
NCADEMI supports state and local educational agencies in delivering timely, accessible digital materials. There are multiple steps between the people working to make it happen, and the learners who will ultimately benefit from NCADEMI’s mission. But spend some time with those learners, and you will see how badly it is needed.
The below table provides examples of how some state educational agencies (SEAs) address students’ need for accessible materials in the Individualized Education Program (IEP). These examples are provided for informational purposes only and are not endorsed by NCADEMI. To suggest updates or corrections or to add an example from your state, please contact us. State […]
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