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05/06/2026

Dr. Michelle Garcia Winner reminds us that social learning is about thinking, not just behaviour. Teaching autistic students to think socially helps them navigate life with confidence.

Quote: “Social learning is about more than behaviour—it’s about teaching autistic students how to think socially, not just act socially.”

05/06/2026

66 Million Dollars for an 'accessible' website that isn't actually accessible? Say what you will about the litigious nature of America, but I'd probably sue to get some of that money back too!

It is not uncommon for government, who are tasked with procuring accessible content, to believe the claims of their providers that the content they produce is accessible. If the procurement team don't have a solid understanding of the legislation or requirements, they don't have much choice but to believe them.

When we first started developing accessible document design training in 2010, we sought out government documents that weren't accessible and contacted the providers of those documents to help them deliver on their requirements.

The feedback was apathetic at best - not because the agencies believed they were doing the right thing, but because changing what they were doing would mean admitting that the previous way was not what they claimed it to be. Basically, they kept making inaccessible content because their clients believed them when they said it was accessible!

Procurement teams don't need to know how to do the work they are procuring, but it is vital that they know what it is they are getting from suppliers. Content doesn't work for people just because the person making it says it does!

[November 15, 2019 post update: The company that delivered the inaccessible 66 million dollar website (described in this post) to the State of California tried to get the case thrown out of court. The judge has now said no.]

04/06/2026

A Strengths-Based Approach to Teaching Diverse Learners

One thing I've noticed when speaking with parents of neurodiverse children is how quickly they can tell you what their child loves, what fascinates them and where their strengths lie.

Yet when those same children enter educational settings, the conversation can sometimes become dominated by what they find difficult.

This week I read an article on strengths-based approaches to teaching neurodiverse learners and it reinforced something I think we need to talk about more often.

Many neurodivergent children bring remarkable strengths to learning. Creativity, innovation, pattern recognition, curiosity, deep focus and unique problem-solving abilities are often part of the picture.

That doesn't mean challenges don't exist. Of course they do.

But I wonder what might change if we started with strengths first and built from there. If we looked for what engages a child before focusing on what disengages them.
Confidence grows when childr
en experience success. Sometimes all that's needed is a different pathway to get there.

Interesting read: https://bit.ly/3RFvMG9

02/06/2026

ADHD does not go away, but building stronger skills can make daily life easier.

Supporting executive function helps kids stay more organised, focused, and confident.

“Improving executive functions doesn’t cure ADHD, but it gives kids tools to navigate it better.”

02/06/2026

Government documents shape how people access services, grants, and community information. When these files follow clear accessibility standards, citizens gain a smoother path through forms and policies. This supports fairness and improves the quality of public communication.

See how to improve government archives here: https://bit.ly/3MpA4P4

Government archives hold vital info, but inaccessible PDFs exclude citizens. Learn how WCAG 2.2 remediation makes public documents inclusive.

01/06/2026

How rewarding it is to meet another business that is as passionate about audio descriptions as we are! While we are looking to change how audio descriptions are integrated into educational content, Hailey and her team are looking to change the experience in travel.

The Vacayit content team describes the sights, sounds, smells, tastes, and textures a visitor may encounter. Whether this be the vibrant colours of a sunset, the soothing sound of waves crashing on the shore, the salty tang of ocean spray in the air, or the gritty sand between your toes, we create immersive stories.

By providing a rich and detailed description of the sensory experience, they connect visitors with the destination in a more holistic way. Check out their website linked below.

Vacayit Audio Guides Your audio guide to the world. Explore audio guidesCreate an audio tour Top Audio Tour Guides in May Bundaberg Sip and Swirl Discovery Trail Bundaberg Sip and Swirl Discovery Trail Gulflander Gulflander Diantree Siesta Diantree Siesta Phillip Island Visitor Information Centre Ph...

29/05/2026

Dr. Peter Vermeulen highlights the importance of adapting teaching to the way autistic children process the world.
When we adjust our methods, learning becomes more accessible and empowering.

Quote: “Autistic children often process information differently. Good teaching means adjusting our methods to their way of thinking.”

29/05/2026

[Shout Out] You know that saying "if you do what you have always done, you will get what you have always gotten". The problem is the world is changing around us and the way children have been taught, even 15 years ago, is no longer relevant if you consider the advancement. of technology alone.

That is why we love what 4C Transformative Learning are doing in classrooms today.

Understanding and applying their 4C's of creativity, critical reflection, communication and collaboration in classrooms and staff rooms leads to more effective learning, teaching and well-being.

4CTL offers research-based, deep professional learning experiences to educators, organisational leaders and learners of all ages. Creating learning centres cultures, whether in educational settings, corporate organisations or non-profit & government contexts, empowers people to meet the challeng

26/05/2026

Clear steps help students stay on track.
For students with ADHD, smaller steps and regular check-ins can make lessons feel more clear and less stressful.

“Teach with structure: plan every session, break tasks into smaller steps, and check for understanding often.”

26/05/2026

Older PDFs often fall short of WCAG due to skipped headings, broken links, or reading paths that confuse assistive tech. These issues reduce clarity for many readers and create compliance risks for organisations. Fixing them provides a stronger, more reliable experience across all devices.

Find out how to close these issues here: https://bit.ly/4opmVmy

Old PDFs and training files still online? They may breach WCAG 2.2 and exclude users. Learn how to close the compliance gap with document remediation.