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Are Schools and Edtech Companies Ready for the Digital Accessibility Deadline?

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They have to learn just like other students, but they can also have to deal with assignments they can’t access and other digital hurdles. Department of Justice published its final rule for web and mobile accessibility. The update is meant to expand access by spelling out specific technical standards government entities must follow.

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Federal Rule Change May Undermine ‘Inclusive Access’ Textbook Models

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This practice has enabled the growth of a digital subscription business model for textbooks, where publishers sign deals with colleges and bookstores to charge students fees in exchange for access to mostly online versions of the course materials assigned for their classes.

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For Rural Families, Home-Based Child Care Could Improve Access to Preschool

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Creating “universal” access to high-quality pre-K will require a massive, long-term public investment (as much as $33 billion, according to NIEER). In the near term, states can increase access by leveraging the existing infrastructure for providing pre-K in the home-based programs that already serve many rural families.

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Digital Accessibility Is a Bigger Education Issue Than We Think. Here’s What We Can Do About It.

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As a school communications professional trained in digital accessibility, I’ve probably seen hundreds of newsletters like the one forwarded to me — and that’s a problem. I know this because the schools I work with rely on me to ensure their communications are accessible. Accessibility isn’t optional.

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Breaking Down Barriers: How to Make Math Accessible for All Students

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00:05:45 – 00:09:44 : Math is Not Neutral Dr. Lidia Gonzalez talks about the importance of inclusive and equitable math education, touching on issues of access and representation. One is who has access to high-quality, rigorous math instruction. So issues of access making it non-neutral, but also the content we teach.

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Many Lack Access to Quality Early Education. Home Visiting Programs Are Bringing it to More Families.

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The model — and others like it — has provided a lifeline for families, especially those for whom access to quality early education is scarce or out of reach financially. Valencia, who came to the U.S. They can begin as early as pregnancy or, as in the case of HIPPY, serve families with toddlers and preschool-aged children. In the U.S.,

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How Virtual Information Sessions Are Changing K-12 Education

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No longer bound by geography, students can access diverse resources and personalized support while parents can stay connected with teachers effortlessly. Students can gain access to diverse materials, making learning more interactive. With digital access, learning is no longer confined to textbooks and classroom materials.

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