MIT Open Learning Salon: Accessibility in Open Education

Open education creates a plethora of opportunities for people to learn, especially people who may not have the means to enroll in academic programs. But how do learners with disabilities navigate and participate in these digital learning environments? How do content creators design their open educational materials to be more inclusive?

In this conversation with Mary Ziegler, Online Accessibility Program Manager, and Yvonne Ng, Annual Giving and Donor Relations Officer for MIT Open Learning, you’ll learn about her pursuits in making open education more accessible and inclusive and more about MIT Open Learning’s approach and efforts.

We welcome your questions or comments you’d like to share with Mary. An American Sign Language interpreter will be available.  If you need another accommodation to access the event, please email MIT Open Learning at ol-giving@mit.edu.

This event is free and open to the public. Register on EventBrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mit-open-learning-salon-accessibility-in-open-education-tickets-506649521357

About Mary Ziegler

Mary J. Ziegler is the Program Manager for Online Learning Accessibility at MIT Open Learning, where she leads services in support of accessible open education for global learners with disabilities. Previously, she led the MIT Information Systems and Technology Accessibility and Usability Group (2009-2015) and the MIT Assistive Technology Information Center (2005-2009). She received an M.A. in German from Middlebury College, Vermont, and a B.A. in Sociology and German from Dickinson College, Pennsylvania.

About Yvonne Ng

Yvonne Ng is the Annual Giving and Donor Relations Officer for MIT Open Learning. She drives the sustainability programs for Open Learning and her portfolio includes MIT OpenCourseWare and MITx. She also manages stewardship efforts for all support to MIT Open Learning. She’s also worked in the communications and marketing fields since 2000 with particular focus on digital media. She holds a BA in Spanish and Anthropology from Bowdoin College.

Please note, this salon will be recorded and redistributed by MIT Open Learning for non-commercial use following the salon. Any questions selected during the Q&A may be captured in the recording. By submitting a question, you consent to allowing your name and question to be shared by Open Learning.