Enhancing accessibility in virtual high school: redesigning Mechanics courses with Artificial Intelligence

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DOI:

https://doi.org/10.32870/Ap.v17n2.2640

Keywords:

Web accessibility, Online education, Educational inclusion, Artificial Intelligence, Mechanics, Moodle

Abstract

Accessibility in online education poses significant challenges, particularly in technical courses such as Mechanics. This study examines an accessibility approach supported by artificial intelligence (AI) in the Mechanics I and II courses of the Virtual High School at the Autonomous University of Sinaloa, offered on Moodle. Through a case study utilizing the Brickfield Accessibility Toolkit, student interviews, and a field journal, barriers in mathematical and visual content were identified. The results show that AI tools can significantly enhance accessibility, particularly in the understanding of equations and graphs. The implementation of these solutions improved the learning experience, highlighting the importance of integrating AI into the design of online courses. This proactive approach to accessibility not only benefits students with disabilities but also enhances the educational experience for all learners. A framework is proposed to apply AI-based solutions in technical courses, underscoring their potential to create more inclusive learning environments. This study has practical implications by demonstrating how AI can transform online education, making courses more accessible and effective

Author Biographies

  • José Manuel Mendoza Román, Autonomous University of Sinaloa
    Profesor de asignatura en la Universidad Autónoma de Sinaloa. Es ingeniero electricista por el Instituto Tecnológico de Culiacán, con nivelación pedagógica en Centro de Actualización del Magisterio. En 2008 obtuvo el grado de Doctor en TIC en el IMAP. Catedrático en posgrado de la Universidad Mar de Córtes y de la Universidad Santander. Diseñador de cursos en línea de Física en el Bachillerato Virtual-DGEP.
  • José Alberto Alvarado Lemus, Autonomous University of Sinaloa
    Profesor investigador de tiempo completo en la Universidad Autónoma de Sinaloa. Es ingeniero civil por la propia Universidad con especialidad en Metodología para la Enseñanza de las Matemáticas. Doctor en Pedagogía, titulado con mención honorífica por el Centro de Investigación e Innovación Educativa del Noroeste. Es catedrático en posgrado de la Universidad Mar de Cortés y de la Universidad Santander. Diseñador de cursos y diplomados de física en línea usando la plataforma Moodle
  • Jesús Ernesto Duarte Gastélum, Autonomous University of Sinaloa
    Doctorado en Tecnología Educativa por el Centro Universitario Mar de Cortés. Maestro en Tecnología y Aprendizaje por el Centro Universitario Mar de Cortés. Ingeniero en Electrónica por el Instituto Tecnológico de Culiacán. Licenciado en Negocio y Comercio Internacional por la Universidad Autónoma de Sinaloa. Catedrático en la Universidad Autónoma de Sinaloa, Facultad de Contaduría y Administración. Cuenta con diversos cursos en tecnologías aplicadas a la docencia. Encargado de la formación docente para el uso de las tecnologías emergentes para el aprendizaje.

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2025-09-30

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Vol. 17 No. 2 (2025): Inteligencia artificial y entornos digitales para el aprendizaje

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