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Area of Science:

  • Accessibility research
  • Educational technology
  • Disability studies

Background:

  • Traditional exam accommodations are used for persons with visual impairments (PVIs).
  • Computer-based tests (CBTs) are increasingly used for assessments in education and recruitment.
  • PVIs face barriers accessing components of CBTs, limiting technology use.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the availability and effectiveness of common accommodations in CBTs for PVIs.
  • To contribute to the development of inclusive examination systems in India.
  • To inform the design of accessible CBTs based on universal design principles.

Main Methods:

  • Systematic review and evaluation of common accommodations in CBTs.
  • Analysis of the effectiveness of specific accommodations (e.g., scribe, compensatory time, magnification).
  • Focus on the Indian context for accessibility research in assessments.

Main Results:

  • Identified common accommodations used for persons with visual impairments in exams.
  • Assessed the effectiveness of these accommodations within the context of CBTs.
  • Highlighted barriers faced by PVIs in accessing current CBT platforms.

Conclusions:

  • Existing accommodations require systematic evaluation for effectiveness in CBTs.
  • There is a need for improved accessibility in CBTs for persons with visual impairments.
  • A universal design approach is crucial for creating inclusive examination systems.