3.1 Examine Assumptions

Question 1

Exclusion is the opposite of accessibility.

Answer 1

Exclusion is the result of limiting factors in the environment, relative to a person’s capabilities

Accessibility is a design challenge. Exclusion is the failure to meet that challenge.

Question 2

points of difference include things like

Answer 2

Cultural background
Exposure to other cultures
Experiences
Privilege and power
Religion
Gender
Sexual orientation and/or identity
Age
Literacy
Technology experience and literacy
Education
Native language
Social network
Family ties
Financial resources
Social class
Physical health
Mental health
Height
Mobility
Sight
Hearing
Cognitive abilities

Question 3

The danger of unexamined biases

Answer 3

Have to examine our biases