The Great Lakes ADA Center is committed to providing educational entities with technical assistance on Education Based Information Technology (EBIT). This commitment is realized through the Accessible IT Initiative lead by Bob Alvarez. The Accessible Information Technology Initiative targets K-12 and Post-secondary educational entities via technical assistance and training.

Education Based Information Technology can include any number of technology products in educational settings that can be used to transmit, store, manipulate, or display information. The Center works with K-12 and Post-secondary educational systems to help in the assessment and understanding of the issues related to accessible IT in education. The checklist can help schools determine if their technology or purchases are accessible and works as an aid for policy development related to acquiring and using accessible information technology in schools. The Center also provides information on how assistive technologies, such as screen readers, and how adaptive techniques, such as captioned video, can help create and foster inclusive educational environments.

Information on the Accessible IT Initiative can be found on the Great Lakes web site, which includes information on state-based resources, events, and FAQ's on accessible information technology. The site is a resource for new information and checklists to help an educational entity break down electronic barriers. Individuals and entities that are interested in finding out more about the Accessible IT Initiative at the Great Lakes Center can contact Bob Alvarez.