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    Blocks-based programming environments such as Scratch are often the first experiences for young children who are learning computational thinking and programming. Unfortunately, these environments are not accessible to children who are blind or visually impaired who use screen readers, thereby excluding them from experiences that can lead to careers in STEM fields including computer science. The Blocks4All prototype programming environment makes blocks-based programming accessible on a touchscreen tablet computer.

  • Still image from video: A deaf student watches a video with captions

    Professors, students, and IT administrators share the benefits of using captions on videos in postsecondary courses.

  • A student explains how CART helps him communicate in educational settings

    Educators tell how Communication Access Realtime Translation (CART) provides access to auditory communication for individuals who are deaf.

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    Creating Accessible Documents

    This video explains why and how to create electronic documents that are accessible to all users.

  • A graduate student types on a computer.

    Graduate students with disabilities, working with faculty and disability services, can have successful grad school experiences, complete their degrees, and enter rewarding careers.

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    One woman tells聽instructors how their behaviors impact a student's decision to pursue a computing field.
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    How Can We Include Students with Disabilities in Computing Courses?

    With the increasing demand for computing professionals, it's important that students with disabilities are included in computing courses.

  • A campus leader shares his views on the importance of accessible IT

    University presidents, chief information officers, and other (IT) leaders discuss the importance of and strategies for making IT accessible campus-wide.

  • A campus leader shares his views on the importance of accessible IT

    University presidents, chief information officers, and other (IT) leaders discuss the importance of and strategies for making IT accessible campus-wide.

  • A web developer shares his views on the importance of IT accessibility

    Web designers and developers discuss strategies for creating websites that are accessible to all users.

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    Learn what to consider when creating a video that it is accessible to all viewers, from pre-production techniques to the provision of captioning and audio description.

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    Mentoring Students with Disabilities in Research Experiences

    In this video, students with disabilities share their REU experiences and offer guidance to faculty about how they can mentor students with disabilities in research.

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    This video highlights participants in DO-IT programs such as AccessComputing, who share information about the technology they use to access school, work, and the community. Information is shared about alternative hardware, software, and peripherals that assist people with disabilities.

  • Two students in wheelchairs go down a college path.

    Students with a variety of disabilities share strategies for making instruction more accessible to them.
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  • Andy Stefik teaches about Quorum.

    Learn about the Quorum programming language, which is designed to be accessible to individuals with disabilities, including those who are blind.
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  • Andrew Stefik teaching about quorum.

    Learn about the Quorum programming language, which is designed to be accessible to all students, including those who are blind.

  • A veteran speaks about pursuing her degree.

    Veterans and postsecondary educators share strategies that create welcoming and accessible environments for wounded warriors.

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    Supporting Computer Science Student Mental Health

    Long hours, lacking a sense of belonging, and fear of failure are just some stressors that affect Computer Science students and professionals alike, leading to burnout, anxiety, and depression.

  • Andrew Ko teaches in front of a classroom.

    There are multiple strategies that can be used to teach about accessibility in computing courses. Exposing students to this information can help them create more accessible products throughout their careers.

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    The Job Search and Disclosing your Disability

    This video explores strategies for disclosing disability-related information in the workplace. Interns and employees with disabilities should consider if, when, and how they want to share information about their disability.

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    Women with Disabilities in Academic Careers

    This video profiles women faculty members with disabilities sharing their experiences and perspectives.

  • A student uses assistive technology to access the web

    People who design and support websites share how to make web pages accessible to people with disabilities.