Enhancing Math education for visually impaired students: alternative text implementation in LATEX, <i>MathJax</i>, <i>MathML</i> and <i>LAMBDA</i>

Abstract This article outlines an innovative procedure to improve the accessibility of Mathematics for secondary school students with visual impairments. Using LATEX, a widely used typesetting system, a transformative approach is developed that converts traditional mathematical content into three accessible formats: PDF , MathJax and LAMBDA . Central to this system is the integration of alternative text, which offers full descriptions of images and mathematical formulae and promotes a richer understanding of its content. The broader implications of this project include the introduction of novel teaching models for educators, enhanced accessibility of Mathematics programmes, and the potential to encourage the enrolment of visually impaired students in science degree courses. Ultimately, this work contributes to the creation of the conditions for the development of an inclusive and barrier-free learning environment in Mathematics education.

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Communications in Applied and Industrial Mathematics
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2024-10-01
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https://doi.org/10.2478/caim-2024-0012
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1
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Cognitive and developmental aspects of mathematical skills
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Enhancing Math education for visually impaired students: alternative text implementation in LATEX, MathJax, MathML and LAMBDA

G Rossi, C. Fornaro
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Communications in Applied and Industrial Mathematics
Cognitive and developmental aspects of mathematical skills
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Enhancing Math education for visually impaired students: alternative text implementation in LATEX, MathJax, MathML and LAMBDA

G Rossi, C. Fornaro
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Abstract This article outlines an innovative procedure to improve the accessibility of Mathematics for secondary school students with visual impairments. Using LATEX, a widely used typesetting system, a transformative approach is developed that converts traditional mathematical content into three accessible formats: PDF , MathJax and LAMBDA . Central to this system is the integration of alternative text, which offers full descriptions of images and mathematical formulae and promotes a richer understanding of its content. The broader implications of this project include the introduction of novel teaching models for educators, enhanced accessibility of Mathematics programmes, and the potential to encourage the enrolment of visually impaired students in science degree courses. Ultimately, this work contributes to the creation of the conditions for the development of an inclusive and barrier-free learning environment in Mathematics education.

Communications in Applied and Industrial MathematicsVol. 15(2)
UniNettuno University (IT)
Univerzita Karlova v Praze
Openalex Percentile: Top 26%
Cognitive and developmental aspects of mathematical skills
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