Designing for All: How to Make Your Online Courses Accessible

Whether you’re designing a F2F or online course for students, digital accessibility isn’t just a best practice — it’s a necessity.

Join CLI for a hands-on workshop that will equip you with the knowledge and tools to make your online courses more accessible, more inclusive, and more effective for everyone.

➡️ Introduction to Digital Accessibility

• Why accessibility matters in education & training
• Legal guidelines & compliance basics (ADA, Section 508, WCAG)

➡️ Canvas Accessibility Checker

• How to identify and fix common accessibility issues in Canvas
• Step-by-step guide to using the Canvas Accessibility Checker

➡️ Creating Accessible Documents in Microsoft Word & PowerPoint

• Formatting text, headings, images, tables, and colors for accessibility
• How to use Microsoft’s built-in Accessibility Checker
• Tips for designing presentations that work for all learners

➡️ Universal Design for Learning (UDL)

• Designing course content that anticipates diverse learning styles and needs

➡️ Interactive Demos & Hands-on Activities

• Bring your own laptop and test your materials on the spot
• Get feedback from accessibility experts

• Faculty and Instructors
• eLearning developers
• Anyone interested in improving digital accessibility skills

• Confidence in designing accessible online courses
• Practical experience with Canvas & Microsoft tools
• A clear understanding of digital accessibility principles
• Resources and checklists to use in your future work

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