Solved by verified expert:Review a website about individuals with disabilities in narrative format “2 pages double-spaced”. The website link and the questions for reviewing the website will be provided.
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Website link:
http://aaidd.org
Questions for Website Review
1) Credibility
Who is the creator of the website (in other words, who wrote the content or posted the text made available to the
reader)? What is his/her (their) background, history, and/or philosophy? (use your own words here)
-Are the developers of the site credible?
-How often is the site updated?
-Are sources of information provided?
-What are the stated and unstated goals and purposes of the site?
-Does the site have bias or a hidden agenda?
-Does the site present information and situations related to the real-life experiences of students?
(Clearly provides thorough evaluation and critique of the sites credibility; evidences deep understanding of the
importance of specific aspects of credibility as it relates to site users.)
2) Content
-Is the content current, accurate, appropriate and multicultural?
-Is the content presented in an understandable, open, multicultural, and objective manner?
-Are important issues presented realistically?
-Does the site use inclusive and individuals-first language?
-Is the readability of the content appropriate?
-Is the content properly organized?
(Clearly provides thorough evaluation of content accuracy, presentation, and organization and relates to specific needs of
site users.)
3) Design and Navigability
-Is the design of the site welcoming?
-Is the site motivating?
-Is the site easy to use and navigate?
-Are sections and resource links labeled?
-Are graphics and images inclusive, accurate, and current?
-Does the site contain motivating, thoughtful, relevant, and differentiated learning activities?
(Clearly provides thorough evaluation of site that highlights strengths/weaknesses in navigability of site from the
perspective of multiple stakeholders (e.g., family, general public, advocate); relates to inclusive perspective.)
4) Individuals with Disabilities
-Is the site usable by individuals with disabilities?
-Does the site promote sensitivity and inclusion, and avoid pitying and protective responses?
-Does the site foster an understanding of the importance of independence, dignity, and self-determination?
-Are the varied experiences, perceptions, and contributions of individuals with disabilities depicted?
-Does the site help students understand that individuals have more similarities than differences?
(Clearly provides thorough evaluation of accessibility that is sensitive to specific concepts of inclusion and inclusivity;
highlights varied perspectives.)
5) Recommendations for improvement
-What suggestion of services you would offer if you were a contributing author, for example?
-Would you change the design/layout of the website making it easier to find information (different organization of
content, perhaps?)
-Other Suggestions?
(Clearly provides practical and specific recommendations that address weaknesses in key areas.)
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