Disabled students are increasingly choosing to attend higher education. Online learning has the potential to meet the needs of disabled students in unique ways. However, questions remain about how well online learning is meeting the needs of disabled students and in what ways institutions are prepared for and actively providing students with accessible and inclusive online learning opportunities. This paper presents the results of a literature review of 91 sources focused on accessible and inclusive online learning. Themes that emerged from the literature are discussed, as are future implications for research and practice.

Check out this literature review on accessible and inclusive online learning in higher education by Dr. Lomellini, Dr. Lowenthal, Dr. Snelson, and Dr. Trespalacios. It outlines the barriers students face in an online learning environment and explores inclusive online learning frameworks like Universal Design for Learning. It explores the role faculty and instructional designers have in creating accessible online courses. Check out the full article for more information. #accessibility