Online education software designed as a portal for student resources has often been criticised for not effectively catering for the needs of students with disabilities. However, Blackboard Inc. has worked on addressing these issues and the recently released Blackboard Learn 9.1 contains a number of accessibility features.
Features within Blackboard Learn include:
- The ability for blind users to more effectively interact with the platform
- Faster navigation and better form interaction
- Easier ways to submit assignments
- Accessible windows to allow students with disabilities to participate in discussion forums
- Improved submission responses for tests
- The ability to easily upload files
- Improved accessibility for instructors that wish to create content
The PR-USA website gives a detailed account of the award and what Blackboard Learn 9.1 means for accessibility. The Media Access Australia website has more information about access to digital technology and online media.
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