Address the needs of all learners and meet ADA Title II requirements using Microsoft Office accessibility tools.
Join CTL and the Center for Inclusive Design and Innovation for a three-part webinar series! These short, virtual workshops are designed to help Georgia Tech faculty create accessible instructional materials using the latest accessibility tools in Microsoft Office. Webinars will demonstrate how to meet updated ADA Title II legal requirements while also addressing the needs of all students, including students with disabilities. Webinars will incorporate Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles and the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG).
Faculty are welcome to register for one, two, or all three webinars.
Designing Accessible Presentations with Microsoft PowerPoint
July 8th | 10 - 11 a.m.
Explore how PowerPoint’s accessibility tools can create presentations that improve the user experience for all learners, then connect these features to WCAG and UDL principles for engagement and representation. Using the latest accessibility tools can help ensure your presentations are accessible and usable for all students.
Creating Accessible Documents Using Microsoft Word
July 29th | 10 - 11 a.m.
Learn how to use Microsoft Word’s updated accessibility assistant, heading structure tools, and other accessible formatting options to create documents that meet WCAG and ADA requirements. Discover how to create Word and PDF documents that are screen reader-friendly and easy to navigate.
Making Data and Tables Accessible in Microsoft Office Applications
August 5th | 10 - 11 a.m.
Learn how to make tables, charts, and graphs accessible using screen reading software. Explore best practices for labeling data, structuring tables, adding alternative text descriptions, and using accessible chart formats. All students will benefit from providing multiple types of representation.