Colleen Sandquist

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Drawing on more than two decades in education and assistive technology, Colleen is dedicated to empowering learners to reach their full academic potential. Her passion lies in removing barriers through accessibility, ensuring all learners can access and comprehend digital material. A strong proponent of Universal Design for Learning (UDL), equity, and personal growth, Colleen aims to positively influence partners, higher education institutions, districts, and learners by sharing her expertise and commitment to accessibility.

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Nov. 10, 2026

200: Why Not? Making Accessibility the Standard in Learning & Development with ReadSpeaker

What happens when we stop treating accessibility as an accommodation and start making it a standard part of every learning experience? In this milestone 200th episode of EdUp L&D, Holly Owens talks with Colleen Sandquist, Strategic Partner Manager at ReadSpeaker, about accessibility, Universal Design for Learning (UDL), and creating more inclusive learning experiences. From voice technology and learner agency to belonging, choice, and the future of education, Colleen shares why accessibility n...