Making Online Teaching Accessible Contributor(s): Coombs, Norman (Author) |
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ISBN: 0470499044 ISBN-13: 9780470499047 Publisher: Jossey-Bass OUR PRICE: $32.30 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: October 2010 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Education | Higher - Education | Special Education - General |
Dewey: 371.904 |
LCCN: 2010026647 |
Series: Jossey-Bass Guides to Online Teaching and Learning |
Physical Information: 0.6" H x 6.9" W x 9.1" (0.7 lbs) 192 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: Making Online Teaching Accessible offers online teachers, instructional designers, and content developers a comprehensive resource for designing online courses and delivering course content that is accessible for all students including those with visual and audio disabilities. Grounded in the theories of learner-centered teaching and successful course design, Making Online Teaching Accessible outlines the key legislation, decisions, and guidelines that govern online learning. The book also demystifies assistive technologies and includes step-by-step guidance for creating accessible online content using popular programs like Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat, as well as multimedia tools. Including a wealth of helpful tips and suggestions for effectively communicating with disabled students, the book contains practical advice on purchasing accessible course management systems, developing solutions for inaccessibility issues, and creating training materials for faculty and staff to make online learning truly accessible. "This valuable how-to book is a critical tool for all instructional designers and faculty who teach online. Coombs' many years as a pioneer of online teaching show in his deep knowledge of the principles that can allow the reader to apply these lessons to any learning management system (LMS)." "As more and more of our social and professional lives come to be mediated by technology, online accessibility is a fundamental right, not a luxury. This book is a must-read for anyone concerned with maximizing access to learning." "This valuable book reflects Coombs' unique experience and commitment to the best teaching, learning, and accessibility options for all kinds of students and teachers." |