Glossary
Terms used in accessibility research and practice. Each entry has a definition, common aliases, and category tags.
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- Online Community(also: Virtual Community, Online Forum)
- A group of people who interact and share information through internet-based platforms such as mailing lists, forums, social media groups, or Q&A sites. For people with disabilities, online communities serve as critical resources for sharing accessibility knowledge,…
- Online Health Community(also: OHC, Digital Health Community, Online Support Group)
- A digital space where individuals with shared health conditions, disabilities, or wellness concerns connect to exchange information, provide emotional support, share experiences, and discuss treatment options. Traditional OHCs are typically hosted on dedicated forums or…
- Online Peer Support(also: Digital Peer Support, Online Mutual Aid)
- The exchange of information, emotional encouragement, and practical advice between individuals with shared experiences through digital platforms such as forums, social media groups, and dedicated support communities. For people with disabilities, online peer support provides…
- Open Educational Resources(also: OER)
- Teaching, learning, and research materials in any medium that are freely available for use, adaptation, and redistribution. OER can include textbooks, course materials, videos, assessments, and software tools, typically released under open licenses such as Creative Commons.…
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