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Unit 6 - Coggle Diagram
Unit 6
Element 6.1 The principles of inclusion and legislation relating to inclusion and diversity
Digital inclusion principles
One of the principles is to make sure no one is at a disadvantage by a digital system. Some people need special needs like visual, auditory or physical impairment.
Websites should always include special features like Alt Tags and a screen magnifier feature. Guidelines on making systems inclusive are included in the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG).
There are different peripherals, to help individuals with physical impairments. This includes head wands, roller ball mice and a range of different types of keyboards.
1.1 Checking for bias
Organisations collect, store, and process data to assist in their day-to-day functioning. Data can be stored and used by the organisation, or data can be accessed from a big data set. All this data is stored in data warehouses, repositories, and lakes.
To maintain, and increase, inclusivity, data should be checked for bias before it is processed. If biased data is produced, then it will result won't be representative.
1.2 Access to technology
Important for all end users have access to digital systems to ensure they can complete the actions they need to take. There are some potential issues which can arise, which can be referred to as the digital device.
Some users have limited access to technology e.g. outdated technology. The limited access may be caused by financial issues or lack of knowledge and confidence to upgrade.
Consequences of limited technology was seen during the pandemic. Some pupils during this time did not have devices and were unable to attend lessons. Charities and the UK Government provides devices so education could be continued. Employees too, were asked to work from home, with employers relocating devices to employees.
1.3 Connectivity
2017, the UK Gov published the UK Digital Strategy which includes connectivity, digital skills, and inclusion.
Connectivity can fully access digital systems and the services they provide. Connectivity across the UK can vary with some areas still not able to access a broadband connection that is stable or of a high enough speed to avoid buffering. The Digital Economy Act (2017) also sets out legally binding broadbad speeds that end users can expect.
There are some areas where the infrastructure needed for high-speed broadband and mobile data is challenging. Many of the large providers will not provide connections to, or will charge very high prices for connection to villages and homes in remote areas. To combat this, the UK Government set up a voucher scheme to assist communities with the cost charged by the providers to provide the infrastructure.
Connectivity and access to services can be an issue for end users who have legacy technology. Many people's mobile devices may not be able to access the current highest speed, 5G. This decreases unclusivity.
1.4 Codes of best practice
Help increase the inclusivity of digital systems. By following this, every end user will be able to access and use the digital systems needed. The most comprehensive code of practice is WCAG.
1.5 Technical knowledge and skills
To effectively use digital systems, the end user must have some technical knowledge and skillls. Without this, end users may be user-confident when using digital systems. The demographics of those who lack digital skills tend to be people who have:
:black_small_square: not been brought up in the digital age
:black_small_square: a disability
:black_small_square: come to the UK from a different country where digital skills are not part of the educational curriculum.
Without digital skills, users will find it difficult to find employment opportuities, access to services, and day-to-day tasks.
Legislation
Increases acess & inclusivity to digital systems.
Legislation and statuary codes make it illegal for any demographic group to be discriminated against in a range of situations, inlcuding access to the digital systems and services.
2.1 The Equality Act 2010
Provides equality of opportunity for all people.
Protects people from discrimination in society/workplaces.
Replaced & combined over 116 different pieces of legislation related to discrimination, harassment easier to understand & apply.
Types of discrimination:
:black_small_square: Age
:black_small_square: Disability
:black_small_square: Gender reassignment
:black_small_square: Marriage and civil partnership
:black_small_square: Pregnancy and maternity
:black_small_square: Race
:black_small_square: Religious or belief
:black_small_square: Sex
:black_small_square: Sexual orientation