Create Content that meets WCAG 2.1 Accessibility Standards

Creating accessible course materials is about more than meeting legal requirements. It's about ensuring every student can access, navigate, and engage with the content we provide. In this practical workshop, Dr. Antoniette Aizon introduces the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 and demonstrates how to identify and address common accessibility barriers in instructional materials. Explore strategies for creating accessible Word documents, PowerPoint presentations, PDFs, and Canvas content, including effective use of headings, alternative text, color contrast, descriptive links, and video captions. You'll also learn how tools such as YuJa Panorama can help identify accessibility issues and guide improvements. Whether you're creating new materials or updating existing resources, this session offers practical steps toward making your content more accessible, inclusive, and effective for all learners.