EquatIO for LMS now works in Brightspace D2L and Schoology
9th April 2020 -Have you been looking for a more creative and intuitive math editor for your LMS? Look no further than EquatIO! For the past two years, EquatIO for LMS has been available within Canvas LMS. And now we’re excited to share that it’s available with Brightspace D2L & Schoology, as well!
Continue ReadingCreating an accessible Canada
9th April 2020 -Around the globe, many countries are proactively seeking a digital arena that's accessible for all. They're putting legislation in place to inform businesses of web accessibility standards and enthuse compliance - and that includes the Accessible Canada Act. But what is it and what does it mean for you?
Continue Reading9 things digital marketers need to know about web accessibility
7th April 2020 -It is often said that the world around us is what disables people that are differently abled - and the sad fact is that this is often true, especially when it comes to the digital world.
When a physical space opens up to the public, we think about the accessibility for wheelchair-users and parents with prams. We do the same when planning internal layouts, to make sure customers and service users can make their way around easily and independently. We’re even addressing ways to make public situations more comfortable for our neurodiverse community, for example reducing sensory stimulation for people with Autism - and that's amazing! But what about these considerations for web accessibility?
Continue ReadingDiscover something new with Read&Write
7th April 2020 -Back in the fall, we released a new version of the Simplify tool in Read&Write for Google Chrome™, providing an even speedier and more accurate way to remove clutter from busy webpages and simplify the important content underneath. And with the recent additions of font size, font style and line spacing options, the Simplify tool has really grown into so much more. Today, we are excited to announce the latest addition - the Discover feature.
Continue Reading7 ways to support neurodivergent employees working from home
2nd April 2020 -As we see an increase in remote working, we’re seeing our colleagues cocooned in the safety of their homes. We’re thankful to our employers for their safeguarding efforts, and feel lucky to have the ability to work from home - we’ve been given that protective barrier that many employees around the world are seeking. But in the midst of it all, it’s important to remember that some may be struggling with this temporary form of reality.
Continue ReadingNeurodiversity exists in the world and should be in the workplace too
1st April 2020 -1 in 7 people has a neurodivergent condition, yet only 10% of employers say they actually consider neurodiversity in their people management practices. That means employers are missing out on some simple but effective adjustments they could make to recruit and retain members of the neurodivergent community - a community of individuals who bring a wealth of talent to any organization.
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