Technology can change lives in incredible ways. Wearable accessibility technologies are one example of this. They help people with visual and hearing impairments to interact better with the world. These wearable technologies improve the lives of people with disabilities. They allow them to feel more independent. This is possible thanks to … Read more
In 1980, architect Ronald L. Mace created the concept of universal design. He wanted everyone to be able to use spaces, regardless of their differences. This is very important for web accessibility and for including more people. Websites should be easy to see, use, understand and function well. These are the principles of … Read more
A 2015 Gartner report highlighted wearable technologies as a trend. They are essential to making technology accessible to everyone. This includes people with disabilities, ensuring digital inclusion. Assistive technology is becoming more integrated. This includes artificial intelligence and the Internet of Things (IoT). This integration shows a greater commitment to … Read more
Almost 19 million Brazilians have some kind of disability, according to the IBGE. This shows the importance of making digital banking services accessible to everyone. Accessibility in digital banking services is a right. It ensures that everyone can access useful and affordable financial services. The adoption of online banking services is growing. This makes the … Read more
Almost 151,000 people worldwide have a disability. This highlights the importance of inclusive technologies such as augmented reality for accessibility. They help ensure equal opportunities for all. Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) are changing education. They allow students with different abilities to access interactive resources. For example, 3D models … Read more
In 2018, 90% of medical courses in Brazil offered assistive technology. The Brazilian Sign Language (LIBRAS) discipline was the most common, present in 80% of the courses. This shows the importance of these technologies in education and work. Assistive technologies have a great impact on the lives of people with hearing impairment. They … Read more
More than 2.5 billion people play video games around the world. Accessibility in digital games is crucial for everyone to enjoy them. Digital inclusion and assistive technology are essential for this. Studies show that 20% of gamers in the US have a disability. In Brazil, 6.7% of the population also have a disability. This shows the importance of … Read more
Since 2015, the Brazilian Law for the Inclusion of Persons with Disabilities has guaranteed accessibility in various areas. This includes online. Thus, accessible content on social networks is created for everyone, without distinction. This promotes digital inclusion and accessibility on the web. To make content accessible, it is essential to use alternative text for images and … Read more
17 million people in Brazil have some kind of disability, which is 8% of the population. This shows the importance of making online events accessible. Accessibility in virtual events can be achieved with captions, transcriptions and interpretation in Libras. This helps to ensure equal opportunities for all. To improve accessibility, it is essential to use … Read more
Gamification is growing in education. Much research is focusing on it. It holds promise for engaging students, especially in inclusive education. Studies show that gamification improves socialization among students. It makes learning more fun. This is essential for inclusive education, which values differences. Gamification benefits all students. It does not … Read more