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July 15, 2004

Why Greater Accessibility is Better for Everyone

By Jennifer Patterson Lorenzetti

Think for a moment about the sidewalks on your campus. Likely, there are “curb cuts” or small ramps spaced along the sidewalk length that were placed there to allow those in a wheelchair or with limited mobility to more easily navigate the sidewalk-to-street transition. Incorporating accessibility options into your distance education offerings is the same as putting curb cuts in a sidewalk. These options are a necessity for some of your faculty, staff, and students, but you may find that they make life easier for all involved.


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