11 Accessibility Checklist

General Standards:

Course Overview:

Provide a clear and detailed syllabus.

Include a course schedule with deadlines.

Accessibility and Usability:

Ensure all course materials are accessible.

Use consistent navigation and design.

Course Material Accessibility:

Text Content:

Use headings and subheadings for structure.

Ensure text is readable and well-formatted.

Multimedia:

Provide captions for videos.

Include transcripts for audio.

Add alternative text for images.

Documents (Word, PowerPoint, PDF):

Use proper headings and styles.

Add alternative text to images.

Ensure tables are accessible.

Check color contrast and readability.

Interactivity:

Links and Navigation:

Use descriptive link text.

Ensure keyboard navigation.

Verify screen reader compatibility.

Assessment:

Quizzes and Assignments:

Ensure timed assessments allow for accommodations.

Provide clear instructions and feedback.

Review and Improvement:

Identify Issues:

List accessibility issues identified.

Describe how to address them.

Document Improvements:

List any accessibility improvements made.

Final Review:

Conduct a comprehensive accessibility review before course launch.

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