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DO-IT (Disabilities, Opportunities, Internetworking, and Technology) promotes:

• the full inclusion of people with disabilities in challenging academic programs and careers, such as those in science, engineering, business, and technology, and
• the application of universal design in the development of technology, information resources, programs, services, and learning environments.

DO-IT's printed publications, tutorials, and training videotapes, as well as links to Internet resources, are available on its comprehensive website at http://www.washington.edu/doit/. Visitors can also find searchable knowledge bases and web-based learning environments for specific audiences. Below are highlights of this rich resource for educators, policy makers, librarians, technical support staff, students and employees with disabilities, and their advocates.

Technology and Universal Design

http://www.washington.edu/doit/Resources/technology.html
DO-IT provides a rich set of tutorials, videotapes, publications, and resources related to access to computers, videotapes, web pages, online learning, telecommunications, and other information technologies for people with disabilities.

AccessIT

http://www.washington.edu/accessit/
AccessIT promotes the procurement, development, and use of accessible information technology (IT) in educational institutions at all levels. The AccessIT knowledge base is a searchable collection of questions and answers, case studies, and promising practices regarding accessible IT in educational settings, co-sponsored by DO-IT and the University of Washington Center for Technology and Disability Studies.

AccessSTEM

http://www.washington.edu/doit/Stem/
AccessSTEM serves to increase the participation of people with disabilities in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) careers. The AccessSTEM searchable knowledge base includes information about universal design of instruction and electronic resources, strategies for making STEM classes and labs accessible to all students, and assistive technology for students with disabilities.

AccessCAREERS

http://www.washington.edu/doit/Careers/
Making a successful transition to employment is the focus of AccessCAREERS. It provides programs and resources for students, K-12 teachers, postsecondary educators, parents, mentors, and employers. The AccessCAREERS searchable knowledge base includes questions and answers, case studies, and promising practices related to career success for people with disabilities.

The Faculty Room

http://www.washington.edu/doit/Faculty/
The Faculty Room is a place for postsecondary faculty and administrators to learn about how to create classroom environments and activities that maximize the learning of all students, including those with disabilities. Legal issues, universal design principles, and accommodation strategies are included in interactive, multimedia, and searchable resources.

The Student Services Conference Room

http://www.washington.edu/doit/Conf/
The Conference Room is a place for staff in postsecondary libraries; admissions, financial aid, and registration offices; computer labs; and other campus services. It includes a searchable database of frequently asked questions, promising practices, and tips on how to create accessible student services organizations.

The Board Room

http://www.washington.edu/doit/Board/
The Board Room provides guidance to postsecondary administrators regarding policies and practices that maximize the learning and participation of all students, including those with disabilities.

The Student Lounge

http://www.washington.edu/doit/Student/
The Student Lounge helps students with disabilities prepare for and succeed in postsecondary studies.

About DO-IT

DO-IT (Disabilities, Opportunities, Internetworking, and Technology) serves to increase the successful participation of individuals with disabilities in challenging academic programs such as those in science, engineering, mathematics, and technology. Primary funding for DO-IT is provided by the National Science Foundation, the State of Washington, and the U.S. Department of Education.

To order free publications or newsletters use the DO-IT Publications Order Form; to order videos and training materials use the Videos, Books and Comprehensive Training Materials Order Form.

For further information, to be placed on the DO-IT mailing list, or to request materials in an alternate format, contact:

Director: Sheryl Burgstahler, Ph.D.

DO-IT Funding and Partners

Copyright © 2004, 2003, University of Washington. Permission is granted to copy these materials for educational, non-commercial purposes provided the source is acknowledged.

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Modified: January 19, 2007