Support Students with Accessible Courses
The Office of Digital Learning (ODL) offers a variety of resources to help instructors ensure the accessibility of course content. By delivering accessible materials, you provide a positive learning experience for all students, regardless of ability. You also ensure compliance with federal accessibility standards, including the updated Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG 2.1), which go into effect on April 24, 2026.
View the video below to learn about the hands-on support ODL provides to help you meet accessibility guidelines.
The Making Content Accessible page provides resources to equip instructors with simple, actional steps for accessibility. Tips include the following:
- Using built-in accessibility checkers
- Adding image descriptions
- Automatically generating captions for videos
- Ensuring properly scanned documents
- Adding document headings
- Making PowerPoint slides accessible
Beginning mid-February through spring break, ODL will distribute weekly tips on course accessibility, so keep an eye on your inbox. We also offer group and individual consultations on accessibility and Universal Design for Learning. Request a virtual or in-person meeting with one of our experts.