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AI’s transformative role in accessibility

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The report is a comprehensive guide for educators, district leaders, and policymakers as it offers insights into the benefits and challenges of AI in education and offers practical strategies for effective and ethical AI implementation, with a focus on enabling accessibility. Key findings in the report include: 1.

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Are Schools and Edtech Companies Ready for the Digital Accessibility Deadline?

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Like Jacob, many students with disabilities are forced to work extra, advocates argue. They have to learn just like other students, but they can also have to deal with assignments they can’t access and other digital hurdles. Department of Justice published its final rule for web and mobile accessibility. In April, the U.S.

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New Resources For Managing AI in Schools

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CoSN and CAST last released a comprehensive report entitled “ AI and Accessibility in Education.” The AI and Accessibility in Education report emphasizes that the integration of AI in education holds significant promise for enhancing accessibility and support for all students,” said Keith Krueger, CEO, CoSN. “By

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ParentSquare Partners with MyVRSpot to Enhance Video Messaging to K-12 School-Home Engagement Platform

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With ParentSquare’s vast accessibility features already increasing engagement and equity, the partnership with MyVRSpot will ensure an additional medium for school-home communications is available for users.”. “I have so many ideas on how we can use this enhanced resource to humanize our communications approach. About ParentSquare.

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Dismantling the U.S. Department of Education

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It is responsible for overseeing federal funding for schools, enforcing federal laws in education, and ensuring equal access for students across the country. Critics argue that education is best managed by state and local governments because they are closer to the specific needs of their communities. Federal programs (i.e.,