
ADA and Assistive Technology – On-Demand Training
Identify Legal Requirements & Demystify Responsibilities to Ensure Compliance Higher education institutions often feel uncertain or underprepared when trying to navigate the legal, ethical, and logistical aspects of assistive technology and they are increasingly challenged to meet the digital accessibility mandates of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), especially as technology becomes more integral to learning. Inconsistent implementation and understanding of assistive technology (AT)—including who is responsible for providing it (institution vs. student), how it integrates into instructional design, and the lack of awareness about low-cost or built-in tools that can reduce access barriers can cause frustration for disability services professionals and students. Our expert presenter will clarify the responsibility for AT provisions, as well as the current trends in education and their impact on students with disabilities when achieving learning outcomes. She will enable