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 […]
January 14, 2025
Accessibility is essential for creating an inclusive learning environment, but even well-meaning instructors can make mistakes that inadvertently create barriers for their students. Below are five common accessibility mistakes found in Canvas and actionable tips for fixing them. 1. Forgetting to Add Alternative Text for ImagesMistake: Uploading images without providing alt text, leaving visually impaired […]
December 6, 2024
Spring is the season for growth and renewal—and your online course designs are no exception. Here are some fresh tips for building inclusive online courses. Why not use some time this winter to “spring clean” your courses and ensure they are inclusive and accessible to all students? Here are three quick, actionable tips to brighten your […]
November 15, 2024
On November 8th, Accessibility Operations Assistant Browning Blair facilitated a Quick Hits presentation dedicated to understanding the basics of Canvas’ accessibility checkers. The presentation offers a concise overview and demonstration of each accessibility checker, and touches on the importance of providing accessible course materials to students.
November 12, 2024
Creating accessible courses goes beyond meeting legal requirements—it’s about fostering a learning environment where all students have an equal opportunity to succeed. Each instructor has the power to contribute to a culture of accessibility, and when faculty and students work together toward this goal, they can enhance the learning experience for everyone. Here are some […]
