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EDUCAUSE & Verbit: Leveraging Technology to Improve Higher Education Accessibility

By Michal

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  Digital transformation is making waves in higher education across the world. It changes how leadership manages the campus, it makes data-based automation possible for improving campus operations and student wellbeing, and it differentiates institutions for top tier students who seek innovative education that trains them to succeed in tomorrow's workplaces, just to name a few of the exciting developments.…
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Transcription Rates & What Must Be Included in the Price

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In today's world, organizations are inundated with a wide variety of transcription rate structures, which makes it challenging to compare one service provider from another. Therefore, the following quick guide is all about the most common payment structures, what transcription rate per minute and transcription rates per hour organizations can expect to pay, plus what exactly goes into those rates,…
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Positive Effects of Technology on Education: Make a Bigger Impact

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Education has been opening doors to professional and personal growth for centuries, but not for everyone. Therefore, an increasing number of education organizations are tapping into the positive effects of technology on education, realizing that choosing the right tools and methods can be a game-changer for students that have been previously marginalized. To get organizations ready to expand their impact…
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Virginia Tech and Verbit – National Disability Employment Awareness Summit

By Ayelet Weizs

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"In 1945, Congress declared the first week in October 'National Employ the Physically Handicapped Week.' That week is now a month, so there's more time to celebrate," reported the National Disability Institute, explaining that the entire month of October is now dedicated to highlighting barriers to employment that people with disabilities face, and the significance of including them more efficiently…
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The Difference Between Open and Closed Captions & How it Impacts Students

By Ayelet Weizs

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Today's universities and online education organizations strive for inclusivity and accessibility in order to spread knowledge and create career opportunities for all, including those who are deaf or hard of hearing or aren’t native speakers of the class’s language of instruction. As distractions increase and information is conveyed faster than ever, adding captions to your content can easily scale the…
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Why Captions Improve Online Course Completion Rates and Student Engagement

By Maya Piper

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In the ’70s, ABC introduced the concept of adding words to television programs. It was a major innovation that required sophisticated technology and specialized equipment, meaning not all TV sets could support it. But, it marked the dawn of a new era and represented a major milestone for the hearing-impaired community. As the decades progressed, we’ve reached the point where…
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Many Benefits of Assistive Technology for People with Disabilities

By Ashley Chemtov

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What is the Definition of Assistive Technology? The 1998 United States Assistive Technology Act defines assistive technology, or, adaptive technology, as any "product, device, or equipment, whether acquired commercially, modified or customized, that is used to maintain, increase, or improve the functional capabilities of individuals with disabilities." Like all technology, these products have evolved over time, both in their capabilities…
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The Transformative Impact of AI-Powered Real-Time Transcription & Captioning

By Ashley Chemtov

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AI is the difference-maker   According to the online database maintained by the National Court Reporters Association (NCRA), there are 316 certified CART providers in higher education in the United States, which is insufficient to meet the high demand for this service. Due to their lack of availability, it is hard to book these highly sought-after professionals, which is particularly…
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