Distance Learning Course: Making Computers and the Internet Accessible to People with Disabilities

- Offered online for those who work with people with disabilities -

Course usually offered twice a year.

WHO SHOULD PARTICIPATE: Rehabilitation counselors, physical therapists, occupational therapists, K-12 teachers, post-secondary faculty, parents, librarians and educational technologists.

COURSE OVERVIEW: This online course surveys the field of adaptive computer technology as it impacts the lives of people with disabilities, including the performance of tasks related to employment, education and recreation. Online discussion will take place for ten weeks.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

To understand the benefits of adaptive computer technology
To identify the costs of adaptation and possible funding sources
To understand the federal laws related to disability accommodation
To design a physical environment to accommodate adaptive technology
To identify the technological issues for individuals with disabilities
To explain compensatory strategies using adaptive computer technology
To use the Internet to locate information about course topics and stay current with developments in the field

TECHNOLOGY BENEFITS:

Electronic discussion list provides a structure for regular online discussion with others interested in the same topic.
Students can use a World Wide Web page to access disability-related resources.
Anyone who has access to the Internet can participate regardless of disability.

INSTRUCTOR: Sheryl Burgstahler, Ph.D.
Adjunct Associate Professor, University of Washington;
Director, DO-IT (Disabilities, Opportunities, Internetworking and Technology)
Director, UW Accessible Technology Services and Outreach.

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