March 10, 2025
Online discussions are a crucial aspect of digital learning, as they foster engagement and critical thinking remotely. However, if prompts are not designed with accessibility in mind, they can create barriers for students with disabilities, language differences, or learning preferences. Making discussion prompts more accessible ensures that all students can participate meaningfully. Here are some […]
February 28, 2025
Clemson Online hosted its annual Canvas Accessibility Week from February 17-20, 2025, with sessions designed to enhance digital accessibility in courses and help instructors integrate accessible practices into their teaching. Here’s a quick recap of the sessions: Introduction to Digital Accessibility, presented by Digital Learning Strategist Millie Tullis, provided a high-level overview of digital accessibility. Tullis discussed key components […]
February 21, 2025
On February 12th, Accessibility Coordinator Michelle Tuten led a Workshop Wednesday session on PDF accessibility. The presentation provided an in-depth introduction to PDF accessibility and included demonstrations of various PDF creation methods.
February 7, 2025
Digital accessibility is often misunderstood, as there are many myths surrounding it that can prevent progress toward creating inclusive online spaces. Let’s address and debunk some of digital accessibility’s most common misconceptions. Myth 1: Making Content Accessible is Too Difficult and Time-Consuming A frequently heard myth is that making content accessible requires extensive effort and […]
January 24, 2025
As digital accessibility continues to gain global importance, organizations are increasingly weaving accessibility considerations into their procurement processes. This shift reflects growing recognition of how inaccessible tools can affect productivity, inclusion, and legal compliance. Here’s a quick overview of what’s happening in this space: Why Accessibility Matters in Procurement Accessibility is no longer just a […]
January 21, 2025
Online education continues to grow rapidly, offering an exciting opportunity to create inclusive learning environments. With that being said, ability-based design is a promising approach to digital accessibility that focuses on adapting systems to users’ abilities rather than forcing users to adapt to technology. What is Ability-Based Design? Ability-based design starts by recognizing the unique abilities each […]
