Essays about: "Universal Design Theory"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 24 essays containing the words Universal Design Theory.

1. 1. Role of assistive technology in enhancing perticipation of children with disabilities in basic education in Nigeria. Exploring the Perspective of Special Education Teachers

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Institutionen för pedagogik och specialpedagogik

   Author : Seye Kenith Ayantoye; [2023-07-03]
   Keywords : Assistive Technology; Basic Education; Disabilities; Children Participation;

   Abstract : Aim: The core objective of this study is to investigate how assistive technology can be used to facilitate access to basic education among children with disabilities in Nigeria. Drawing on teachers’ perspective, the study investigated how assistive technology facilitates children wtih disabilities inclusion and engagement with classroom learning and how assistive technology is used to solve learning problems and its challenges Theory: Social model for disability was used to explain the conceptual meaning of disabilities in this study. READ MORE

3. 2. LEARNING FOR ALL IN THE DIGITAL MUSEUM

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Institutionen för pedagogik, kommunikation och lärande

   Author : Tove Hjelm; [2023-02-20]
   Keywords : accessibility; online exhibitions; universal design for learning UDL ;

   Abstract : Purpose: Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, museum have increased their exploration of digital means to reach their audience. Museums are obliged to ensure that digital initiatives are in alignment with legal standards and guidelines for accessibility. READ MORE

4. 3. Amplifying Accessibility : Examining accessibility solutions and considerations for visual impairment in mobile applications

   University essay from Uppsala universitet/Datavetenskapens didaktik

   Author : Moana Södergren; Ella Hallgren; [2023]
   Keywords : Accessibility; Accessibility solutions; Visual impairment; Mobile applications; Universal Design Theory; Critical Disability Theory; Accessibility features; Accessibility tech debt; Education and prioritization; Inclusive mobile applications; Social structures and power relations; Tillgänglighet; Tillgänglighetslösningar; Synnedsättning; Mobilapplikationer; Universal Design Theory; Critical Disability Theory; Tillgänglighetsfunktioner; Utbildning och prioritering; Inkluderande mobilapplikationer; Sociala strukturer och maktförhållanden;

   Abstract : Though an increasingly more common occurrence, digital mobile applications are not typically particularly accessible for people with visual impairment. This study investigates the difficulties and consequences faced by developers and visually impaired users when implementing and using accessibility features as well as highlighting the principal considerations when doing so. READ MORE

5. 4. Sorry, I Don’t Know a Justin! : A study of LGBTQIA+ Representation, Fan Interaction, and Identity in The Adventure Zone.

   University essay from Linnéuniversitetet/Institutionen för språk (SPR)

   Author : Sofie Jönsson; [2023]
   Keywords : EFL; The Adventure Zone; Universal Design for Learning; UDL; identity; LGBTQIA ; LGBTQ ; transmediation; authorship; fandom; fan interaction;

   Abstract : This thesis examines how queer identities are represented through characters in The Adventure Zone, a popular Dungeons and Dragons, fantasy comedy podcast that features unique fan contributions and deep involvement from the creators. Drawing on queer theory and theories of stereotypes and language, audience participation, and transmediation, this thesis argues that The Adventure Zone’s portrayal of queer identities both challenges dominant norms and stereotypes while also being shaped by them, and that listening to the podcast can create opportunities to discuss queer identities, LGBTQIA+ questions and the relationships between author and fans online in the Swedish EFL classroom. READ MORE

6. 5. Organizational Design for IT Startups

   University essay from Uppsala universitet/Företagsekonomiska institutionen

   Author : Franck Bleu; Bryan Edlunden; [2023]
   Keywords : Organizational structure; IT startups; Transition phase; Division of labor; Integration of effort;

   Abstract : Four of the five acknowledged universal core problems, based on Clement and Puranam’s (2020) theory, that organizations try to solve upon designing their organizational structure are (1) task division; (2) task allocation; (3) provision of information; (4) provision of rewards. These formed the analytical model for a study about how IT startups could design their organizational structure in their transition phase. READ MORE