Wednesday, September 2 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Online — Zoom
Updated federal rules under HHS Section 504 (effective July 8, 2024) require USF to ensure that all digital course content is accessible to students with disabilities. In practice, this means the documents, slides, videos, and Canvas pages faculty post for students need to meet a recognized accessibility standard – WCAG 2.1 Level AA – by May 11, 2027. The materials faculty use most (syllabi, required readings, lecture slides, recorded video) are the highest priority. This training program gives faculty the knowledge and tools to make those changes themselves, at their own pace.
What we’ll cover:
- Why accessibility matters - and what it means for your courses at USF
- Accessible Documents & Slides
- Making your video and audio content accessible
- Designing accessible Canvas course pages and modules
- Auditing your own course and building a remediation plan
Format: Live, facilitated Zoom session
Length: Approximately 3 hours
Who it’s for: USF faculty and staff - no accessibility experience required