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10 AI Tools to Be an #A11y Ally: Designing Accessible Classrooms

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Poster Theme: Reimagining Literacy & Learning
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Session description

Discover 10 AI tools that make classrooms more accessible and inclusive. This poster session demonstrates how educators can design accessible content, implement practical strategies, and reflect on equity. Attendees will leave with tools, strategies, and resources to build learning environments where every student can succeed.

Outline

Content & Engagement

Showcase key accessibility tools that support inclusive learning:

Text-to-Speech (support for diverse readers)

Alt Text (visual accessibility for screen readers)

Captioning (audio accessibility for videos and live demos)

Translations (support for multilingual learners)

Cognitive Support Tools (simplified layouts, visual scaffolds)

Engage participants through hands-on demos, inviting them to test tools directly on their own devices.

Use peer-to-peer discussion prompts (e.g., “How could this tool work in your classroom?”) to foster practical application.

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Outcomes

After this session, participants will be able to:
Explain the importance of accessibility in digital learning environments.

Identify 10 AI tools that support inclusive classroom design.

Apply AI strategies to create accessible content for learners with varied needs.

Evaluate their instructional materials for accessibility gaps.

Reflect on how inclusive design fosters equity and empowerment.

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Supporting research

CAST (2018). Universal Design for Learning Guidelines.

Al-Azawei, A., Serenelli, F., & Lundqvist, K. (2016). Universal Design for Learning (UDL): A Content Analysis of Peer-Reviewed Journal Papers.

W3C (2018). Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG 2.1).

Rose, D. H., & Meyer, A. (2002). Teaching Every Student in the Digital Age: Universal Design for Learning.

International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) resources on accessibility and inclusive design.

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Presenters

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Accessibility Advocate
Fielding Notes
ISTE Certified Educator

Session specifications

Topic:

Accessibility, Differentiated Instruction

Grade level:

PK-12

Audience:

Curriculum Designer/Director, Teacher, Technology Coach/Trainer

Attendee devices:

Devices not needed

ISTE Standards:

For Coaches: Digital Citizen Advocate
For Educators: Designer, Analyst

Transformational Learning Principles:

Ensure Opportunity

Influencer Disclosure:

This session includes a presenter that indicated a “material connection” to a brand that includes a personal, family or employment relationship, or a financial relationship. See individual speaker menu for disclosure information.