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 Highly recommend this course to be [mandatory in CS]... I will keep the lessons learned and try to apply them in my career wherever applicable. -- 2023 student.
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-Even though I have a lot of experience with implementing accessibility in code and pushing for more accessible designs at work, I have learned a lot from this course [that I plan to take back into my workploce] -- 2023 student 
+Even though I have a lot of experience with implementing accessibility in code and pushing for more accessible designs at work, I have learned a lot from this course [that I plan to take back into my workplace] -- 2023 student 
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 How can computing enable new solutions to accessibility, including both access to the world and access to computers? Similarly, how can a disability studies perspective guide us in developing empowering and relevant solutions to accessibility problems? This course explores both of those questions through a combination of discussions, reading, and building. In addition, by studying access technology, we can gain valuable insights into the future of all user interface technology.
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-{% details What are the Prereqs and Expectations? %}
+{% details What are the Prerequisites and Expectations? %}
 
 The only requirement for this class is that you are comfortable programming and picking up new languages and tools that you have not been exposed to before. You will have some control over this, however, basic web skills are likely to be useful. The primary programming project in this class is one you design yourself. 
 
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 {% details How does this class support Accessibility? %}
 
-WWe know that students in this class may need materials to be
+We know that students in this class may need materials to be
 accessible by screen reader, or may need extra time on exams. We have structured the class to be as accessible as possible to all students by default.
 
 If you have a temporary health condition or permanent disability
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-{% details What about health and wellnes beyond accessibility accommodations? %}
+{% details What about health and wellness beyond accessibility accommodations? %}
 
 It is very important to us that you take care of your mental health throughout the course. We have built flexibility into course assessments with the goal of reducing stress. However we know that sometimes that is not enough. Everyone on the course staff is available to chat, and you can always attend office hours for a non-academic conversation if necessary. Beyond the course staff, the University of Washington provides the following resources for mental health concerns. Your anonymity and privacy are protected.
   - Please reach out to the [UW Counseling Center](http://www.washington.edu/counseling/) for any help and
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-{% details Nice philosphy and all... what does that mean for me? %}
+{% details Nice philosophy and all... what does that mean for me? %}
 
 The competencies needed for this course are listed on the [assignments
 page](assignments/index.html), and can all be found in canvas as well.
@@ -283,7 +283,7 @@ Compliance and (3) Disability Awareness and Justice.
 
 Your highest score on each skill *in any assignment* determines your
 grade on that skill. In addition, you may request regrades. When you
-are graded on a skill, we rate yoru skill as "no evidence" "below
+are graded on a skill, we rate your skill as "no evidence" "below
 competent" "basic knowledge" or "excellent". Various combinations of
 "basic" "excellent" and "below competent" result in other grades.