RAISE  at   RVC

Improving Accessibility & Engagement

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Curriculum adaptation for postsecondary students with disabilities.

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• Client: Rock Valley College

• Role: RAISE Instructor

• Focus: Accessibility, Engagement

• Delivery: In-person

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The Challenge 

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Instructional materials were developed over time without a unified accessibility or design framework. As a result, content presentation created unnecessary barriers for students with disabilities, and assessment practices lacked clarity and alignment with learning objectives, limiting both instructor effectiveness and learner transparency.

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In the RAISE program, the challenge is to create instructional resources that are:

• accessible to diverse learners

• engaging and easy to understand

• practical for staff to implement

• aligned with both special education and post-secondary practices

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My Role & Approach

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I work within the RAISE program as an instructor focusing on curriculum adaptation, accessibility, and learner engagement.

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My approach emphasizes:

• learner-centered analysis

• trauma-informed instructional strategies

• collaboration with faculty and support staff

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Design Process

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1. Understanding Learner Needs

• Taking notes during instructional sessions

• Identifying engagement and accessibility barriers

• Considering cognitive load, executive functioning, and emotional regulation

2. Designing Accessible Instruction

• Simplified language and layout

• Added visual supports and scaffolding

• Reduced complexity

3. Supporting Implementation

• Create materials that staff could easily adapt

• Focused on clarity and consistency

• Ensure flexibility across instructional formats

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Why This Work Matters

 

This project demonstrates my ability to design instruction for postsecondary learners with disabilities while balancing accessibility, engagement, and real-world constraints.

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It reflects the type of work I can provide to:

• colleges and universities

• special education programs

• non-profits and NGOs

• international education providers

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Interested in Similar Work?

I work with institutions and organizations seeking accessible, learner-centered instructional solutions.
Remote-first, with availability for short on-site engagements.