1EdTech Community Sessions at UDL‑Con
Maximizing Success: Ensuring Quality Content to Benefit Each Learner Accessibility/Inclusive Technologies
Tuesday, July 22 | 10:45 AM – 11:45 AM | Breakout
Join us for an enlightening discussion on leveraging high-quality content and tools to enhance learning experiences for all students, including those with disabilities. Hear from multiple organizations collaborating to support quality including the implementation of safe, evidence-based, inclusive, usable, and interoperable instructional materials and resources. This session will explore the latest trends and best practices in selecting and implementing effective educational solutions. Discover how district and school leaders can provide essential guidance and support for the procurement and implementation of digital tools. Learn to make informed decisions when selecting solutions, focusing on actionable strategies and key factors. Gain insights into the EdTech landscape and the critical role of certifications in ensuring quality and compliance.
Speakers:
- Christine Fox, CAST
- Susan Haught, 1EdTech Consortium, Inc.
- Tal Havivi, ISTE
- Keith Kruger, CoSN
- Sierra Noakes, Digital Promise
The Accessible Assessment Standard Used Around the World
Tuesday, July 22 | 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM | Breakout/Livestream
Want to learn about the assessment standard that provides a way to create and share tests and questions with built-in accessibility and internalization features, providing ways to reach all learners? Question and Test Interoperability (QTI) is the accessible standard packaging format for assessments and adaptive lessons. In this session, you will discover what this international assessment standard is all about and the included accessibility features, such as supporting compliance with federal requirements to meet the needs of all students as stated in section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, WCAG 2.1 AA compliance, screen reader support, and accommodations such as translations, simplified language, and extra time. It also provides a way to tag your tests and questions to get results reports and student usage information. It is not just for assessments but can be used to create/develop accessible and adaptive lessons. We will also look at some open-source applications and tools that can be used to develop accessible assessments.
Speakers:
- Susan Haught, 1EdTech Consortium, Inc.