Introduction
Module 4 - Designing an inclusive curriculum
This module will highlight the strategies we can all undertake to ensure that our materials are created in a more accessible manner. Based on the TechDis Accessibility Essentials Guides, this session will provide hints and tips to allow us to create resources that will be accessible for readers with a wide range of disabilities and learning styles.
The workshop will provide an insight into some of the barriers experienced by learners, and highlight simple strategies to create resources which will ultimately allow people to get more from the information they access via Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and PDF documents.
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To understand the barriers experienced by people when accessing electronic resources.
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To understand the equality imperative behind the need to create inclusive resources.
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To understand the intrinsic benefits of well designed material.
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To be aware of the steps that can be taken to create accessible resources.