EDUCAUSE | Presented at EDUCAUSE Annual Conferences and American Disabilities Act

Going Beyond Basic ADA and S508 Compliance with Universal Design for Learning

drupal — Wed, 07 Nov 2007 13:04:29 -0600

Compliance guidelines for S508 and the Americans with Disabilities Act are much discussed yet seldom fully implemented in higher education online course environments. Accessibility mandates are often perceived as too complex and difficult to implement on the course development level on a day-to-day basis. As the number of higher education students with identified disabilities increases, the essential elements of universal design for learning can empower both instructors and learners. This seminar will equip course designers and instructors with practical, easy-to-implement strategies for ensuring that course materials are accessible to all learners.

IT Accessibility

drupal — Fri, 02 Nov 2007 16:56:44 -0500

This meeting will provide a forum to discuss issues related to IT accessibility. Anyone who plays a role in managing, developing, deploying, or supporting IT in a higher education environment shares the responsibility for ensuring that IT is accessible to students and employees with disabilities and is encouraged to participate. This is the new group’s first meeting, so the opportunity is ripe to help define the group's goals and objectives and influence its direction.

More Than Just an Internet Connection: What You Need to Know About Making Web Sites Accessible

drupal — Wed, 18 Oct 2006 15:56:48 -0500

Institutions are accustomed to posting information on the Web, but making sure it is accessible to persons with disabilities is too often an afterthought. Get introduced to Web accessibility and its legal background to understand why you should plan ahead for accessibility. Learn the challenges faced by persons with specific disabilities and basic techniques for compliance.

Web Accessibility: What Your Campus Needs to Know

drupal — Wed, 18 Oct 2006 15:56:46 -0500

This preconference seminar will address policy, process, implementation, and education for Web accessibility for your campus community. Experts in the law on disability, Web designers, policy developers, and partnerships with campus offices such as human resources, student disability services, and communications will be a part of a larger conversation about why Web accessibility is not only the right thing but the smart thing to do for higher education.

Web Accessibility: What Is It and How Do We Get It?

drupal — Tue, 11 Dec 2001 16:34:32 -0600

Just as we have made our buildings accessible to those with disabilities, we must also make our Web sites accessible. This presentation defines Web accessibility, provides an introduction to assistive technology used to access the Web, gives an overview of the laws pertaining to Web accessibility, and shares WSU's experience in developing and implementing a Web accessibility program. In addition, we will review the top accessibility challenges and provide solutions to meet those challenges.