Journal of Information Systems Education (JISE)

Volume 33

Volume 33, Issue 1, Pages 7-14

Winter 2022


Teaching Tip
Promoting Inclusive Online Learning for Students with Disabilities in Information Systems Courses


Wu He
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA 23508, USA

Shenghua Zha
University of South Alabama
Mobile, AL 36688, USA

Silvana Watson
Yuming He

Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA 23508, USA

Abstract: It is important to ensure educational equity for students with disabilities in online courses as more courses are taught online during the pandemic. This conceptual paper describes the key barriers for instructors to implement inclusive online classes, particularly technology courses, during the COVID-19 pandemic and suggests specific strategies to mitigate the negative impact on students with disabilities. We hope that this paper will motivate more Information Technology/Information Systems (IT/IS) instructors to implement more inclusive and accessible online courses to keep all students, including students with disabilities, motivated and engaged in online environments throughout the pandemic.

Keywords: Online learning, Inclusive learning, Diversity, Students with disabilities, Universal design, Collaborative learning

Download This Article: JISE2022v33n1pp7-14.pdf


Recommended Citation: He, W., Zha, S., Watson, S., & He, Y. (2022). Teaching Tip: Promoting Inclusive Online Learning for Students with Disabilities in Information Systems Courses. Journal of Information Systems Education, 33(1), 7-14.