35 episodes

As all Universities and Colleges move their teaching and learning online, making sure that the materials that are provided to students with a visual impairment are accessible and fit for purpose can be a challenge. Working with our charity partners the Thomas Pocklington Trust, RNIB and Leonard Cheshire Disability and hearing from the University of Birmingham and its DSA students, our podcast will provide you with hints, tips and resources to make your course delivery the best it can be.

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As all Universities and Colleges move their teaching and learning online, making sure that the materials that are provided to students with a visual impairment are accessible and fit for purpose can be a challenge. Working with our charity partners the Thomas Pocklington Trust, RNIB and Leonard Cheshire Disability and hearing from the University of Birmingham and its DSA students, our podcast will provide you with hints, tips and resources to make your course delivery the best it can be.

    Episode 35: Noel Duffy from the British Assistive Technology Association

    Episode 35: Noel Duffy from the British Assistive Technology Association

    Welcome to another episode of Remote but not Restricted.
    Today Stuart is sitting down with Noel Duffy, who recently chaired the British Assistive Technology Association's Disability Confident in Action - Unlocking potential and building inclusion conference. We catch up on the conference itself and some of the big takeaways for delegates.

    • 19 min
    Episode 34: #UniInSight

    Episode 34: #UniInSight

    Welcome back to another episode of Remote but not Restricted. This week Stuart is joined by Molly Hobs from Thomas Pocklington Trust.
    Thomas Pocklington Trust has teamed up with Deafblind UK to launch #UniInSight. This campaign  looks at what universities and  students can do so that everyone can participate in any activities and opportunities they wish to.

    • 14 min
    Episode 33: All Able!

    Episode 33: All Able!

    Welcome back to a new series of the 'Remote but not Restricted' podcast.
    We hope everyone has had a relaxing couple of months and we are excited to begin a new set of programmes as a level of normality returns to our further and higher education colleges across the UK and Ireland.
    On this week's show Stuart catches up with our Head of Education Carolyne Smith, who, in addition to her day job, was recently appointed Executive Director of BATA, the British Assistive Technology Association.
    we meet George Rhodes, Ben Watson and Georgia Mann who are part of a dynamic organisation called All Able.
    All Able are committed to using their expertise to help public sector organisations to deliver accessible and inclusive services that work for everyone. They believe that everyone should have equal opportunity to utilise public service, get an education, and engage with their communities to live an enjoyable and independent life.

    • 41 min
    Episode 32: Conor Hartigan from the University of Limerick

    Episode 32: Conor Hartigan from the University of Limerick

    On this week's show we're welcoming Conor Hartigan from the Educational Assistive Technology Centre at the University of Limerick.
    University of Limerick's Educational Assistive Technology Centre is a unique resource that uses state-of-the art technology and training to create learning environments that work for people with disabilities. The Disability Support Service at the University of Limerick opened this purpose-built lab in 2018, complete with technology designed for use by people with a range of disabilities, so that more students can access university courses and other educational pathways without barriers.

    • 23 min
    Episode 31: Kellie Mote from Jisc

    Episode 31: Kellie Mote from Jisc

    This week we're meeting Kellie Mote, Subject specialist: strategy (assistive technology) at Jisc.
    Jisc provides digital solutions for UK education and research and UK universities and colleges with shared digital infrastructure and services, such as the superfast Janet Network.
    Jisc also offers expert and trusted advice on digital technology for education and research, built from over 30 years’ experience.
    Kellie Mote provides strategic advice and guidance that helps members ensure their digital content is accessible to everyone.

    • 26 min
    Episode 30: In conversation with Antony Ruck

    Episode 30: In conversation with Antony Ruck

    Welcome to a brand new season of Remote but not Restricted. We're kicking things off by sitting down with the wonderful Antony Ruck.
    Antony holds many positions in the Assistive technology sector, including CEO at Aventido LTD, Co-President of DATEurope, Vice Chair of the British Assistive Technology association (BATA) and Conference Director for ATEC - The Assistive Technology Exhibition and Conference.

    • 33 min

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