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Implications for improving access and outcomes for individuals with disabilities in postsecondary distance education

During the past decade, there has been tremendous growth in the number of online distance education courses offered by postsecondary institutions. Does this growth imply better access to higher education for individuals with disabilities? This article examines individual and institutional case studies identified through a search of ERIC and other major databases. The findings are summarised in terms of student characteristics, technology trends, support and accommodation provided by postsecondary institutions, and the overall impact of distance education on people with disabilities.

During the past decade, there has been tremendous growth in the number of online distance education courses offered by ...  Show Full Abstract  

Authors: Kim-Rupnow, Weol Soon; Dowrick, Peter W.; Burke, Laure S.
Date: 2001
Journal title: American journal of distance education
Resource type: Article
Subjects: Technology; Students; Higher education;
Disability; Providers of education and training; Research; Equity; Teaching and learning show more

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