Accessible IT Frequently Asked Questions
Category: Resources for Parents
Question: #12
How do Parents play a role in Education-based IT in education?
Answer:
Parents can play a major role in getting technology into the classroom that can help children, regardless of disability status. Parents can ask questions about the general technology being used in the classrooms, not just "special education" software.
- Do the vendors acknowledge the importance of accessibility in their products?
- Can the vendor demonstrate the inherent accessibility features of their product?
- Does the school have any procurement requirement dealing with accessibility?
- Does the school have an accessibility requirement in their published bids?
- Can the vendor provide references or testimonials from other schools using their products?
