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Terms used in accessibility research and practice. Each entry has a definition, common aliases, and category tags.

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Collision Detection(also: Contact Detection, Intersection Testing)
In virtual reality and haptic systems, collision detection is the computational process of determining when virtual objects come into contact with each other or with a user's virtual representation (such as a virtual hand or cane). When a collision is detected, the system can…
Course Management System(also: CMS, Learning Management System, LMS)
A software platform used by educational institutions to create, manage, and deliver course content, track student performance, and facilitate communication between instructors and students. Examples include Blackboard, Canvas, and Moodle. Course management systems present…
Creativity Support Tools(also: CST, Creative Support Software)
Creativity support tools (CSTs) are software applications and systems designed to help people engage in creative activities such as writing, drawing, music production, photography, video editing, graphic design, and programming. In the context of accessibility, CSTs present…

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