Implications for improving access and outcomes for individuals with disabilities in postsecondary distance education

During the past decade, there has been tremendous growth in the number of online distance education courses offered by post‐secondary institutions. Does this growth imply better access to higher education for individuals with disabilities? This article examines individual and institutional case studies identified through a search of ERIC and other major databases. The findings are summarized in terms of student characteristics, technology trends, support and accommodation provided by postsecondary institutions, and the overall impact of distance education on people with disabilities.