Bridging Digital Spaces: Connecting Accessibility and Learning Theories Across Web and Learning Environments
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Title
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Bridging Digital Spaces: Connecting Accessibility and Learning Theories Across Web and Learning Environments
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Creator
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Katherine Marshall
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degree
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Master of Science in Education: Educational Technology
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Date
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6/15/2025
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Abstract
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This project encompasses the comprehensive development of educational technology solutions for American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS) certification training, including both an online course and website platform. The initiatives support Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT) and Laboratory Animal Technician (LAT) certification preparation for research technicians and professionals with diverse educational backgrounds.
The ALAT course, requiring 288 development hours, was designed as an asynchronous Canvas-based program featuring narrated PowerPoint presentations, YouTube-hosted multimedia, and interactive self-assessment tools. The OAALAS website, representing 480 development hours, served as a centralized educational hub with accessible navigation and comprehensive resources. Both platforms demonstrate alignment with Association for Educational Communications and Technology (AECT) standards while incorporating evidence-based instructional design principles including Gagné's Nine Events of Instruction, Mayer's Cognitive Theory of Multimedia Learning, Universal Design for Learning (UDL), and Adult Learning Theory.
Key accessibility features include captioned videos, alt-text descriptions, mobile-friendly design, and simplified navigation structures optimized for learners with varying technical proficiency. The project addressed diverse learning preferences (75% visual, 20% kinesthetic, 10% auditory learners) through multimodal instruction. The evolution from standalone website to Learning Management System integration demonstrates iterative instructional design and commitment to continuous improvement in professional certification preparation.
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note
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Randall Ulveland
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Rights
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Western Oregon University Library has determined, as of 06/20/2025, this item is in copyright, which is held by the author. Users may use the item in accordance with copyright limitations and exceptions, including fair use. For other uses, please ask permission from the author.
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https://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en
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Language
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eng
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Type
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Portfolio
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Type
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Text
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Identifier
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KatherineMarshall_Portfolio_2025
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Key Words
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EdTech
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Andragogy
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Multimodal
