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It’s a common refrain, and as such, often too easy to tune out: “We should be working to make our educational materials accessible.” From text to video, there are some common best practices to follow from the point of creation and design so that instructional content is universally accessible. A recent article in the Chronicle for Higher Education indicates that while educational technologies and content can expand learning opportunities, they can also come with new challenges in meeting accessibility concerns. Frequently, accessibility is treated as an afterthought, something to tack on after content or learning exercises are created.
Accessibility works best with a holistic approach, rather than merely up to faculty members. It can be overwhelming to tackle that alone. The Center for Faculty Excellence and Innovation works with faculty from a design standpoint to incorporate accessibility considerations into online course layout and materials. Course designers and video production staff work with faculty to integrate these key elements. Contact us for more information on how we can help you make your online course accessible.
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