Activity 2.4 – Definition

Posted by: Keith Aquilina on: September 9, 2011

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• How would you define ‘accessibility’?

Accessibility means that where possible, individuals with different needs and backgrounds  may participate and engage with their surroundings.

• Who do you think is responsible for accessibility?

Society in general is responsabile in providing an accessible environment.

• What do you understand by accessibility in an educational context?

The educational context, irrispective of what disabilities students may have, is accessible by all students, thus everyone involved without building new barriers, need to provide a learning experience which is of benefit to each individual student.

• What do you understand by accessibility in the context of online learning?

Students with disabilities can access and interact with online learning context.

• Why is accessibility a concern today in your context or country?

This year, an elearning platform is being introduced in all primary state schools. Such an implementation needs to consider accessibility issues. Else, instead of benefiting, students with specific needs and/or with disabilities may lag behind.