From reactive support to proactive inclusion
Accessibility tools are available, but they’re not always used
This 30-minute session explores what actually enables effective use of accessibility tools in practice.
- Insight from real-world accessibility practice
- What drives consistent use in practice
- Live Q&A
Accessibility tools are widely available across higher and further education.
But many students don’t use them consistently.
In this session, Carly Austin shares what she sees in practice, including what helps and what gets in the way.
What you’ll learn
- Why access alone is not enough
- What drives effective use in practice
- How to support more proactive approaches
Who should attend?
This session is designed for professionals in higher and further education, including:
- Accessibility and disability services
- Assistive technology and student support
- Learning design, digital learning, and IT
- Student success, equity, and inclusion
Webinar format
25-minute presentation followed by a short live Q&A with Carly.
Register for the webinar
Meet the speakers
Carly Austin
Accessibility Coordinator and Assistive Technology Specialist
Carly Austin is an Assistive Technology Specialist working at the intersection of disability, digital access, and education. With more than 25 years of experience across the education sector, she supports students and educators, from early childhood through to higher education, to embed accessible technologies into everyday learning and teaching.
Bringing lived experience of disability alongside deep knowledge of education systems, Carly translates accessibility into practical, workable solutions that make a real difference in learning environments.
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