Tip #1
Audit Your Courses
Move content that WILL NOT be shared with students to your Canvas sandbox. This ensures Panorama (see Tip #5) only evaluates and scores the accessibility of student-facing content.
Tip #2
Update Your Textbooks
Use the most current versions of all required textbooks. Review the list of the Global Certified Accessible Publishers opens a new window for guidance.
Tip #3
Make Media Accessible
At a minimum, ensure all videos are auto-captioned. If you have a deaf or hard of hearing student, request professional captions opens a new window. If you have a blind or low vision student, consult with ATI about audio descriptions opens a new window.
Tip #4
Make STEM Accessible
At a minimum, use the built-in equation editors for Microsoft 365 and Canvas, as well as HTML-based LaTeX to support students accessing STEM content in formats like MathML, LaTeX, or Braille. Review NCVLC's Accessible Math Guide [DOCX] opens a new window for guidance.
Tip #5
Use Panorama (Canvas Accessibility Tool)
In Canvas, prioritize RED and ORANGE flags. These flags identify barriers that may prevent students with disabilities from fully engaging with the instructional materials. Faculty are responsible for making Word and PowerPoint documents accessible. Request help from the ATI opens a new window for fixing PDFs. Visit the Panorama page opens a new window to learn more.
Tip #6
Partner with Disability Services (DS)
When you have a blind, low vision, deaf, and/or hard of hearing student in your course, work with DS & ATI to ensure all course materials are accessible.
Tip #7
Get Training
Learn how to create accessible instructional resources. Participate in self-guided accessibility trainings and/or one-on-one consultations through the ATI Office. Visit Training Workshops opens a new window to learn more.
Tip #8
Accommodations May Stiil Be Needed
Due to the nature of how some subjects are constructed, even if your course materials pass all of Panorama's accessibility checks, accommodations may still be required. In those instances, consult with Disability Services if you have questions or concerns.