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QM 8.4 Images in the course are accessible. (Very Important)

QM 8.4 Images in the course are accessible. (Very Important)

Making images in a course accessible is crucial for several reasons, centered around inclusivity, legal compliance, and enhanced learning outcomes. When we talk about accessibility in the context of images, we refer to the practice of ensuring that all learners, including those with disabilities, can access, perceive, and understand the information conveyed by the images.

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General Suggestions

  • Images, infographics, charts, and graphs that convey information have alternative text (“alt text”) or are provided in another format. Those without academic content are marked as decorative.

  • Graphics and images are understandable when viewed without color.

  • Consideration 1.2: Support multiple ways to perceive information - UDL Guidelines

Faculty Development Opportunities

eCampus Faculty Development offers several professional development events that can be registered for in CampusGroups. Some specific recommendations that can assist in learning more about this subject include:

  • Introduction to Accessibility in Online Courses

  • Designing your Canvas Course to Support Accommodations Webinar

  • Using Ally to Identify Inaccessible Content and Improve the Accessibility of Your Online Courses Webinar

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