January 14-17, 2025
Orange County Convention Center, Orlando, FL
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Be An #A11y Ally: Creating Accessible Classrooms

January 16, 2025
NORTH 310E
Classroom Leaders
Creating accessible classrooms is essential for ensuring all students have equal opportunities to succeed. In this session, participants will learn how to use digital accessibility tools to design inclusive, accessible, and engaging learning experiences for every student. Understanding Accessibility: This session will help you clearly understand what digital accessibility means in the context of education and why it is crucial for fostering an inclusive learning environment. Designing Inclusive Content: See examples of how to create accessible content to all students, including those with visual, auditory, and cognitive impairments. Implementing Practical Strategies: Get hands-on experience with practical strategies for designing and delivering accessible lessons and activities, Assessing and Reflecting: Learn how to assess the accessibility of your materials and reflect on your practices to improve your classroom's inclusivity continually. By the end of this session, educators will be equipped with the knowledge and tools to become #A11y allies and create classrooms where every student feels valued and supported.
Speakers
Ms. Katherine Fielding, EdTech Specialist and Accessibility Advocate - FieldingNotes

Session Type

Concurrent Session (45 minutes)

Topic

Equity/Diversity

Level

District/State/Federal

Curriculum Area

Special Education/Assistive Technology/Inclusive Tech

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