%% [[PKM]] [[writing technologies]] %% [[Writing Philosophy with Hypertext]] - [[Choosing a PKM]] - [[Program v Platform]] - [[Future Proofing]] - **[[Digital Accessibility]]** # Digital Accessibility - Finally, it's important that a notetaking software be easy to use with minimal entry costs. - Most writers are familiar with word processing programs, so the closer a PKM is to emulating those functions, the more accessible it will be. - That said, accessibility must be balanced against the benefits of more robust notetaking systems, i.e. personalization, automation, databasing, visualization, integration with other programs, etc. - The ideal is a PKM platform that is easy to begin using but can be modified as the user develops their PKM skills. ## References - Botelho 2021, "Accessibility to Digital Technology Virtual Barriers, Real Opportunities" - Kulkarni 2019, "Digital Accessibility Challenges and Opportunities" - Raskind et al 2005, "Reaching Accessibility - Guidelines for Creating and Refining Digital Learning Materials"