Curriculum Associates and APH Partner to Enhance Accessible Learning for Visually Impaired Students
Curriculum Associates and American Printing House for the Blind (APH) are collaborating on a new tactile graphics library and assistive technology initiative to improve access to assessments for students with visual impairments.
Billerica, Massachusetts – Curriculum Associates and American Printing House for the Blind (APH) have announced a partnership aimed at improving educational resource accessibility for students with blindness or low vision. The initiative focuses on developing tactile graphics and supporting assistive technology within assessments, seeking to facilitate student success, particularly in STEM fields.
The collaboration intends to expand access to Curriculum Associates' assessment tools by creating materials tailored to specific needs. This includes the development of physical and digital tactile graphics that allow for the comprehension of visual information through touch. Additionally, the initiative aims to integrate assistive technology into the assessment process to provide a more equitable experience for all learners.
Curriculum Associates is a provider of educational services, and APH is an established organization supporting blind and low-vision individuals. By combining their expertise, they aim to create more comprehensive and accessible learning solutions. The goal is to remove barriers to learning and ensure students receive the necessary resources for academic achievement.
The project also involves developing training materials for educators who work with visually impaired students. The objective is to equip teachers with the tools and knowledge to effectively utilize the new resources and support student learning in STEM subjects and beyond.