Accessibility and the Internet
A review by John Elmer from Shoreline Community College. Links to articles related ADA issues and the internet along with links to projects and web sites of interest.
AHEAD: Association on Higher Education and Disability
International organization committed to higher education access for persons with disabilities. The website directory has links to additional resources (not annotated), publications, SIG's and much more.
Apple - K-12 Education - Disability Resources
CAST: BobbyAssistive technology information and support from Apple. Information about using Easy Access (Universal Access), free software and shareware resources and the latest in assistive technology. Links to online chat sessions focused on issues facing students with disabilities
Great site. Free service that analyzes web sites for their accessibility to people with disabilities and their compatibility with various browsers. Just run your site through Bobby and you get back information on its accessibility.
Sponsors of the annual CSUN conference on technology and persons with disabilities. Site has conference proceedings, resources and information on assistive technology
Part of the Teaching, Learning and Technology Group aimed at providing information, resources and learning opportunities that promote equal access to information for all. EASI provides many online workshops and a great listserv.
Microsoft Accessibility for Everyone
National Center for Accessible MediaMicrosoft web site with links to information on accessibility features of Microsoft products. Additional resources are also available on accessible web design, products, training and more.
A CPB/WGBH project aimed at developing and promoting accessible media. Great set of projects exemplifying accessible media. Also a very good list of other resources relating to issues of accessibility.
Project that provides information and resources to teachers who are working with special needs students. Site contains curriculum materials as well as a discussion area to share ideas
Trace Research & Development Center
Washington Assistive Technology AllianceResearch center at the University of Wisconsin that focuses on making technologies accessible through the principles of universal design. Great resource for information on universal design and accessibility issues. Every web designer should read visit.
Consumer advocacy network that provides information and support for persons using/needing assistive technology. Site contains links to resources, articles of interest and other information relating to assistive technology use.
