Using broadband for education and learning

The Internet is a great way of bringing learning to life and for some people who are older or disabled it provides more equal access to information. We have put together some suggestions of ways that older and disabled people can benefit from learning through broadband.

On-line access to course material and tutorials

The on-line streaming of books and information through broadband means that children with visual impairments can have access to the same text books as their non-disabled friends. Disabled students in further or higher education may benefit from virtual learning. For example tutorials can take place on-line, so that speech impaired students take part in discussions on equal terms with non-disabled students.

BSL Translation in schools and colleges

Broadband technology now offers the potential for lectures and exams to be interpreted into British Sign Language via video for deaf students. Visit our BSL Guide to broadband for more information on video signing.

Information for the over 50s

Many organisations for the over 50s provide on-line access to information about managing your affairs in later life as well as giving you opportunities to take part in hobbies. These services may be particularly helpful to people with visual impairments who have difficulty reading printed information as well helping people with mobility impairments who may have difficulty getting out.

More information

The following websites provide more information on education and learning

DirectGov

Age Concern

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