Globally, around 1.3 billion people experience significant disabilities, and 15-20% are neurodivergent—yet many choose not to disclose their condition. Add to this international students and the fact that 90% of modern workforces struggle with language barriers, alongside temporary challenges like reading fatigue or cognitive overload, and it’s clear: access is a universal need.
Access means more than physical entry—it’s about enabling understanding and belonging. Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles, supported by EdTech, unlock these opportunities. This session will explore how UDL and supporting technology can serve as a powerful tool enabling everyone to reach their full potential, both within the Moodle ecosystem and beyond.
A dyslexic student can follow highlighted audio word-by-word. A busy employee can listen to a textbook while commuting. Those learning in a second language can replay a passage until confidence replaces confusion.
In every case, the voice is the medium. But the message is access.
Key highlights include:
- Improved Learning Outcomes – Case study: a 54% boost in 30-day course completion rates with TTS integration.
- Multilingual Solutions – Enabling global learners with accessible language content
- Accessibility Compliance – Supporting accommodations, EAA and WCAG standards within Moodle courses.
- Engagement and Retention – Reducing dropout rates and empowering learner autonomy.
These are not hypothetical benefits—they’re quantifiable, human-centered outcomes that reflect personalised learning for every learner. By integrating these tools early, we develop lifelong learners capable of navigating their educational journeys confidently.
Whether you’re new to Moodle or a seasoned user, join us with a special guest speaker to discover how to harness the power of technology to transform education and training—because when we listen, we make learning inclusive for everyone.