Are You Designing for Students That Don't Exist?
Caitlin Malone, Brian Richwine, and Carrie Hansel from Indiana University
A common belief about accessibility is that it serves a minority, and that the majority – the so-called "average student" - can't benefit from accessible content and systems. This presentation seeks to change the narrative around accessibility to show how it isn't just a common need, but a universal one. Join us as we look at real-world examples from The End of Average, a book about human diversity; break down the myth of the "average" student; and provide examples of an alternative: how accessibility and Universal Design for Learning (UDL) can support all students regardless of background.
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