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Who is Responsible for Accessibility of Online Content?

Instructors, CITE, Office for Student Accessibility, and Information Technology

 

Test the accessibility of software and web apps used in online courses

Develop Accessibility Plans proactively when barriers are found

Work together to identify and implement appropriate accommodations

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Instructors

  • Designs clear & consistent Canvas navigation
  • Writes alternative text descriptions for images
  • Creates all content and documents following  accessibility guidelines
  • Uses captioned media
  • Supplies supporting offices with course materials upon request for an accommodation
  • Remediates inaccessible content
  • Proactively plans accommodations when accessibility barriers are found
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Office for Student Accessibility

  • Leads efforts to ensure students are appropriately accommodated
  • Notifies faculty when an accommodation is required
  • Reviews documentation of disability & determines student eligibility for accommodation
  • Increases awareness of the disability experience & works with staff & faculty to proactively reduce barriers via training & consultations
  • Provides media captioning for course accommodations
  • Administers other aids & services

CITE

  • Provides information regarding remediation of automated captions
  • Offers training sessions & personalized consultation
  • Develops training materials
  • Reviews courses for accessibility upon request
  • Supports accessibility planning & development efforts
  • Maintains CITE’s academic technology website with how-to video tutorials & step-by-step instructions
 
 
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Information Technology

  • Manages procurement and system support for select accessibility tools
  • Hosts software training and other events
  • Increases awareness of the disability experience & works with staff & faculty to proactively reduce barriers
  • Directs equipment distribution for select devices and accessories
  • Maintains Accessibility Hub website with how-to video tutorials & step-by-step instructions
  • Administers other aids & services
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