Ep. 16: Making Course Content Accessible

About this Episode

This podcast discusses the importance of digital accessibility in course content. Mary-Colleen Jenkins, an Instructional Accessibility Specialist, emphasis the needs for digital access in courses for all students, including those with and without disabilities. She highlights common barriers that tend to be easy fixes and the benefits of using Canvas’ built-in accessibility checkers to ensure sustainable, accessible content.

Episode Resource List

• Episode 16 Transcript (Docx)
• Episode 16 Recording (YouTube Link)
• Resources referenced in the podcast:
  • UW Global Accessibility Awareness Day 
  • UW Accessibility Technology Services 
  • Teaching@UW: Making Course Materials Accessible
  • Starting an Accessibility Journey: 5 Easy Steps 
  • Canvas Accessibility Checkers