Realising the inclusive potential of online teaching and learning for marginalised students

Donna Hurford, Andrew Read

Abstract


Online teaching and learning can contribute to inclusive and accessible teaching and learning. By prioritising inclusion, accessibility and careful planning we will find the potential in online platforms and resources and our most marginalised students will benefit most.


Keywords


widening participation; eLearning; inclusion; Covid-19

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.21100/compass.v14i1.1155

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