Resources


  • Christine covers two relevant topics within her research: Understanding the multilingualism and communication of museum visitors who are d/Deaf or hard of hearing; and the social participation of families with children with autism spectrum disorder in a science museum.


  • A blog post discussing how when museums talk about diversity, equity, and inclusion, they often forget people with disabilities.

  • The first book in the literature on disability to provide a theoretical overview of disability oppression that shows its similarities to, and differences from, racism, sexism, and colonialism.
  • Equal Access: Universal Design of Informal Learning
    A checklist for making an informal learning program or facility welcoming, accessible, and usable.

  • A video presentation sharing student perspectives on making ISL activities and resources more welcoming and accessible to individuals with disabilities.

  • Workshops, classes, events, blog posts, a podcast, and more connecting arts and cultural organizations with information and resources to improve accessibility for people of all abilities.
  • Replication Package: Facilitating Student Internships to Promote Accessible Informal STEM Learning
    Information about the implementation of AccessISL internships is provided here for others who wish to replicate such practices.

  • A week-long summer engineering program for blind and low-vision teens from around the United States.

  • A free resource to help you quickly find opportunities to engage in all types of STEM events, projects, and programs locally, in person and online by entering location, topic, audience, and more to find the experience that is right for you.
  • Pedagogical and Content Design Practices that Support Accessibility and Inclusion in Museology Courses
    AccessISL curriculum and guidelines for faculty.

  • Example museum guides and other accessibility resources for use by people with disabilities as well as the entire community.

  • Resources and connections for educators, researchers, evaluators, and other stakeholders in order to build and advance equity and inclusion in the informal STEM education field.