Digital Accessibility as a Barrier to Inclusion of People with Special Needs

Abstract

This paper examines Digital Accessibility as a Barrier to inclusion of people with special needs. The opportunities to Digital Accessibilities in special needs educations in Nigeria, challenges in achieving digital accessibility in Nigeria, inclusion skills for digital Accessibility important in Nigeria, Efforts to promote digital Accessibility. Geographical Disparities in Connectivity as a Barriers to digital Accessibility. Digital Accessibility has emerged as a crucial pillar in modern education, particularly for learners with special needs. In Nigeria, the integration of digital technologies into special needs education presents transformative opportunities - ranging from personalized learning experiences to broader access to educational content. However, significant challenges such as infrastructure deficits, lack of teachers training, economic disparities, and policy gaps hinders its effective implementation. Ensuring that everyone benefit from digital economy and society; this involve providing access to affordable technology, digital literacy training and relevant support enabling individuals with special needs to participate fully, in social, economic, and educational opportunities.