Bridging the Gap: 5 Minutes of Digital Inclusion Empowers Educators in Higher Education for Learner Success

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Carlile, Damaris and George, Jennifer. 2025. Bridging the Gap: 5 Minutes of Digital Inclusion Empowers Educators in Higher Education for Learner Success. Asia Pacific Journal of Developmental Differences, 12(1), p. 35. ISSN 2717-5200 [Article]

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The “5 Minutes of Digital Inclusion” project aimed to bridge a gap in Higher Education (HE) by equipping educators with knowledge and skills to create digitally inclusive learning environments. This need is due to the challenges faced by learners with disabilities in HE. These challenges stem from issues that include lack of awareness in integrating technology effectively into teaching, and the lack of pedagogical training for educators, often caused by time constraints and budget cuts.

The project addressed these issues by providing educators with easily accessible, bite-sized video modules delivered over a five-week period. These modules aimed to equip educators with the tools and strategies to leverage technology for digitally inclusive learning. While the full effectiveness of the programme requires empirical evaluation, this article explores its potential impact on educators, students, and the overall educational system. This impact could include improved skills for educators to integrate the principles of universal design for learning, increased student engagement, and ultimately, better learning outcomes for students with diverse needs, leading to a more inclusive educational system overall.

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https://doi.org/10.3850/S2345734125000358

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Funding: This work was supported by the GOLDSMITHS-LASALLE PARTNERSHIP INNOVATION FUND (PIF), an initiative led by Goldsmiths designed to support the growth and development of Goldsmith’s academic partnership with LASALLE College of the Arts.

Keywords:

Digital Inclusion, Higher Education, Educators, Learning Environments, Accessibility

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