Anne Meyer David Rose Anyone familiar with CAST knows that we are a dynamic, rapidly evolving organization.
Constant change is essential for innovation, particularly in the field of educational technology.
As we step back and review our 12-year history, we realize that our approach to expanding learning opportunities for people with disabilities has undergone a major shift. Originally we thought that assistive technologies, such as screen readers or special keyboards, represented the most productive approach in using technology. Although assistive technologies will continue to be necessary for some students, we believe that CAST can make the most difference for the largest number of learners through universal design. This profound shift in viewpoint, to which CAST is now committed, requires a corresponding shift in our structure and our methods. Instead of focusing on the fit between an individual and a piece of assistive technology, we will devote our full attention to universal design for learning.