Outlines policy guidance, case resolutions, publications, and the Office for Civil Right’s overall mission regarding the provision of a free appropriate public education to qualified students with disabilities. Read More
Electronic Book Reader Dear Colleague Letter: Questions and Answers about the Law, the Technology, and the Population Affected
Outlines the position of the DOJ and ED that it is impermissible under federal law for colleges and universities to use electronic book readers in classroom settings that are not accessible to students who are blind or have low vision. Also includes related information and offers technical assistance to colleges and universities. Read More
Requirements for Accessible Electronic and Information Technology (E&IT) DESIGN– Pg 2
Outlines extensive accessibility requirements for contractors in information technology. Read More
Requirements for Accessible Electronic and Information Technology (E&IT) DESIGN– Pg 1
Conveys the accessibility needs of the Department of Education to the developers and suppliers of Electronic and Information Technology (E&IT). Read More
Tips for blind and low vision users of the Ellume COVID-19 tests
Provides detailed instructions and tips for blind users of Ellume COVID-19 tests, which were found to be more accessible for those with low vision. Read More
What Does It Mean to be Blind? A Writer Chronicles the Loss of His Vision.
Reports on a book exploring the history, culture, and experiences of blind people. Read More
A blind man failed the U.S. citizenship test after it wasn’t offered in Braille
Discusses accessibility in government procedures like citizenship tests, telling the story of one man who failed since it was not offered in Braille. Read More
After complaints from blind riders, Metro to offer travel help during shutdown
Reports on the DC Metro’s offer of expedited access to MetroAccess for the duration of a summer-long shutdown. After complaints, the decisions were made to help blind riders navigate station closures. Read More
Most NYC Crosswalks Violate ADA By Failing To Protect Blind Pedestrians, Judge Rules.
Outlines reports that highlight a lawsuit pointing to most NYC crosswalk’s lack of accessibility for blind individuals. Read More
Vital Coronavirus Information Is Failing the Blind and Visually Impaired
Links to an article alleging that blind individuals are an afterthought when it comes to communicating updates around the pandemic. Read More