Understanding the Graphical Challenges Faced by Vision-Impaired Students in Australian Universities
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| Title: | Understanding the Graphical Challenges Faced by Vision-Impaired Students in Australian Universities |
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| Language: | English |
| Authors: | Butler, Matthew, Holloway, Leona, Marriott, Kim, Goncu, Cagatay |
| Source: | Higher Education Research and Development. 2017 36(1):59-72. |
| Availability: | Routledge. Available from: Taylor & Francis, Ltd. 325 Chestnut Street Suite 800, Philadelphia, PA 19106. Tel: 800-354-1420; Fax: 215-625-2940; Web site: http://www.tandf.co.uk/journals |
| Peer Reviewed: | Y |
| Page Count: | 14 |
| Publication Date: | 2017 |
| Document Type: | Journal Articles Reports - Research |
| Education Level: | Higher Education Postsecondary Education |
| Descriptors: | Visual Impairments, Educational Experience, Higher Education, Barriers, Visual Aids, Foreign Countries, Access to Education, Equal Education, College Students, Inclusion, STEM Education, Student Surveys, Student Attitudes, Semi Structured Interviews, Disabilities |
| Geographic Terms: | Australia |
| DOI: | 10.1080/07294360.2016.1177001 |
| ISSN: | 0729-4360 |
| Abstract: | Information graphics such as plots, maps, plans, charts, tables and diagrams form an integral part of the student learning experience in many disciplines. However, for a vision impaired student accessing such graphical materials can be problematic. This research seeks to understand the current state of accessible graphics provision in Australian higher education. We conducted an online survey of 71 vision-impaired university students and semi-structured interviews with 44 key stakeholders (students, academics, disability liaison officers and accessible graphics providers). We found that difficulty in accessing graphical materials was a barrier to many vision-impaired students and that there were systemic problems with current processes for accessible graphics provision. Recommendations are made on ways to address these concerns in order to provide a more equitable higher education experience. |
| Abstractor: | As Provided |
| Number of References: | 33 |
| Entry Date: | 2016 |
| Accession Number: | EJ1122941 |
| Database: | ERIC |
| Abstract: | Information graphics such as plots, maps, plans, charts, tables and diagrams form an integral part of the student learning experience in many disciplines. However, for a vision impaired student accessing such graphical materials can be problematic. This research seeks to understand the current state of accessible graphics provision in Australian higher education. We conducted an online survey of 71 vision-impaired university students and semi-structured interviews with 44 key stakeholders (students, academics, disability liaison officers and accessible graphics providers). We found that difficulty in accessing graphical materials was a barrier to many vision-impaired students and that there were systemic problems with current processes for accessible graphics provision. Recommendations are made on ways to address these concerns in order to provide a more equitable higher education experience. |
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| ISSN: | 0729-4360 |
| DOI: | 10.1080/07294360.2016.1177001 |
