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abstract

  • Universal access to education, set on Sustainable Development Goal 4, is one of society's most significant concerns and represents a demand for equality and well-being. Design for All and Accessible Design are applied to educational environments in multiple forms; content, distribution channels, and adaptation strategies are created to address people with disabilities, neurodiversity, and context diversity. This study applies a participatory research methodology to visualize good practices in a collaborative construction with participants at a Bootcamp in Comillas, Spain. Three key elements are examined:(a) regulations, guidelines, and evaluation of Accessible Design and Design for All;(b) Open Educational Resources as projects aligned with accessible content; and(c) the channels and platforms to facilitate the content. The findings, presented as a collection of good practices suitable for inclusion, are a valuable resource to the open education community. The R4C research group from the Institute for the Future of Education will use the results to develop creative educational strategies by designing digital tools based on the concept of Open Science. This study contributes to the efforts made by many in the search for a fairer and more inclusive education for all, which is an undeniable benefit for everyone. © 2025 selection and editorial matter, María Soledad Ramírez-Montoya, Miguel A. Montoya, Genaro Zavala-Enríquez, and Antonio Martínez-Arboleda; individual chapters, the contributors.

publication date

  • January 1, 2025