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Dear all,
Guidelines on improving provision for disabled students through use of a VLE
(Virtual Learning Environment) are now available from the ALERT (Accessibility
in Learning Environments and Related Technologies) project website –
http://www.dur.ac.uk/alert
The guidelines have been developed over the past two years as part of the
HEFCE funded Strand 2 ALERT project and are based on a series of case studies
with staff and disabled students. Themed guidelines include the following:
Introduction to ALERT guidelines
Holistic use of a VLE
Delivery of learning support materials through a VLE
Asynchronous discussion through a VLE
Synchronous discussion through a VLE
Assessment through a VLE
Group work in a VLE
Technical aspects of VLE use
Practical aspects of VLE use
VLE recommendations
The guidelines are aimed at use by academic and student support staff, such as
learning technologists and disability support staff. It is hoped that issues
raised will encourage reflection and discussion on existing practice.
The guidelines and case study summaries are available at
http://www.dur.ac.uk/alert
For further information contact Dr Barbara Newland, project manager:
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