Meet Aandi - formerly Tagged PDF

26/12/2025

Dr. Temple Grandin highlights the power of showing, not telling.
For many autistic children, demonstrations and visual supports make learning click.

Quote: “Many autistic children are visual thinkers. Show them how things work, don’t just tell them.”

26/12/2025

Supporting Neurodiverse Students
Stop expecting square pegs to fit in round desks.

Schools can support neurodiverse students — but it takes more than well-meaning policies. It takes tools that actually adapt.

That’s why Meet Aandi exists: to meet kids where they are — behaviorally, socially, and neurologically. Because every brain deserves a fighting chance.

Neurodiversity — the idea that a kid’s brain functions differently from those of children who are “neurotypical ”— comes in many forms. That includes learning disorders, ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, and sensory processing issues. Some kids who are neurodivergent have strengths that neur...

23/12/2025

"Neurodiversity is simply part of the natural spectrum of human diversity, and every individual has unique strengths and abilities."

Yes we do!
We all have our unique strengths and abilities.

22/12/2025

[Understanding Neurodiversity]. Your brain is not a bug. It’s a feature.
The neurodiversity movement isn’t about fixing anyone. It’s about accepting — and celebrating — the glorious mess of minds we’re made of.

Meet Aandi was born from this truth: learning should flex to fit you, not the other way around.

Let’s redesign education like we actually believe all minds matter.


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19/12/2025

“Accessibility allows us to tap into everyone’s potential.” – Debra Ruh

We love this statement from Debra Ruh because it captures the heart of what accessibility is truly about: unlocking human potential.

Through her Billion Strong movement, Debra is creating awareness and driving global change by showing the value and talent of people with disabilities. When we remove barriers, we open doors to innovation, creativity and inclusion for everyone.

Accessibility benefits us all.

19/12/2025

If you asked us what types of companies are leading the way on making accessibility a part of their culture and brand identity, you might not expect a bank to be making it’s way up the list. All the same, the team at HSBC have been taking strides towards improving the digital accessibility of the world around them and improving experiences for their customers and others.

Access to their inclusion hub is not limited to those with a bank account with HSBC either, and they have reported delivering digital accessibility training to over 150,000 individuals in 2024 alone.

Whether we like it or not, having access to and being able to use money is an integral part of life. Many of us might not think much about our bank beyond interest rates and availability of resources, but having something as important as money be as accessible to everyone as possible sounds like a decent thing to build a brand image on to us!

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18/12/2025

Older PDFs attract steady visits from people who rely on assistive tech, yet most organisations overlook this audience. When files lack tags or structure, readers lose access vital information and services. Improving these documents strengthens trust and supports informed decisions.

Learn how to update legacy content with accuracy here: https://bit.ly/48r4JDe

Old PDFs and reports may still be online but without accessibility, they exclude blind, neurodivergent, and ESL users. Learn how remediation helps.

16/12/2025

We love this quote from Debra Ruh "Accessibility allows us to tap into everyone's potential".

Instead of someone being singled out as being 'different' with special accessible access, what if we catered for all abilities.

When communicating online in particular, there should be no excuse for delivering information that is not accessible to everyone.

When we remove barriers everyone benefits.

16/12/2025

Many students disengage when documents feel cluttered or inconsistent. Accessible resources use structure, tagging, and clear hierarchy to support focus and reduce cognitive load. These resources help educators create learning environments where more students succeed.

See practical steps for building accessible resources here: https://bit.ly/48CSFzQ

From tagged PDFs to captioned lectures, accessible resources remove barriers and support every learner. See how to make education truly inclusive.

15/12/2025

Anyone who checks out what we have to say on a semi-regular basis will not be surprised to see us promoting another voice calling for improved accessibility in Australian schools, especially in the K-12 space that is often relegated to the too hard basket.

Teachers in primary and secondary schools do a fantastic job with the resources they have access to, but many schools are not (yet) equipped to properly support the varying needs of students – whether they experience a disability or not. Schools are already integrating digital devices like tablets into the classroom, so it makes sense to fully leverage these devices to tailor the learning experience to the child.

We are working towards a future where each child in a classroom, regardless of their background or circumstances, is able to access education in a way that makes sense and works for them – opening a world of opportunities and fulfilling on the fundamental human right of access to education.

Advocates, let us know what you are doing to grow this space and we will gladly amplify your platform!

Australian schools can lead the way in creating a more inclusive, accessible and equitable educational system for all, writes Tony Maguire

12/12/2025

“When we design for disability first, we often stumble upon solutions that are better than those when we design for the norm.” – Elise Roy

Good design works for everyone.

Prioritising accessibility isn’t a limitation, it’s what makes design smarter. Inclusive design leads to better results, stronger connections, and a world where no one is left out.

12/12/2025

We believe music has the power to connect, inspire, and transform — yet for many with low vision or blindness, standard tools and notation can present serious barriers. Considering how important audio can be in the life of someone who is blind or has low vision, it is illogical that music should be inaccessible.

Willie Payne, Assistant Professor at UNC’s School of Information and Library Science, is helping to change that: by designing tactile graphics, large‐print notation, and software tools, he’s making music education and STEM learning more accessible.

These innovations aren’t just about improving accessibility — they elevate the learning experience for everyone. When we build learning materials that work for people who are often excluded, we uncover better design, more flexibility, richer expression, and more inclusive creative communities. The research Payne is doing further illustrates that accessible design doesn’t just level the playing field — it enriches musical identity, broadens collaboration, and opens new pathways for creative participation.

We will always push for inclusive education, and it is always incredible to see music being elevated. Because when music is accessible, everyone wins — students, teachers, and the world.

The SILS assistant professor designs learning materials that are meant to be felt by low-vision or blind musicians.