[nabs-l] Online classes

[Ashley Bramlett]

Mikayla,

Online experiences will vary. However, from what I've seen on this list, we 
tend to run into accessibility challenges.
I took an online course in editting; also a hybrid class where half is 
online and half in class.

My school uses blackboard. I found blackboard is not fully accessible.  I 
cannot submit assignments online. Also, when reading quizzes or tests, when 
you press r for radio button, jaws reads the whole question, not just your 
choice of answer.

In short, it also depends on your learning style. me, I really prefer the 
class discussions and interaction I have in class.
I would recommend sticking with in class courses if possible. Do not take 
visual classes online like math and science; you need the professor's help 
and will likely not get the 1:1 help you need online.

I bvelieve the other learning platform, Desire to learn, is more screen 
reaeer friendly. So it depends on your online platform they use.

You  should be able to add and drop classes first week. So, if your class is 
not very accessible, drop it Fast. Do not waste your time and money on an 
inaccessible course.

Ashley
-----Original Message----- 
From: Mikayla Gephart
Sent: Thursday, March 20, 2014 2:08 PM
To: National Association of Blind Students mailing list
Subject: [nabs-l] Online classes

Hi,
I will be going to a school where if they don't have a class you want, you 
can take it online. What have been your experiences with this?
Mikayla

Sent from my iPad

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