[Athen] AHG Preconference: Introduction to Course Accessibility

[Joseph Feria-Galicia]

If you are attending Accessing Higher Ground in November 12-16, 2018,
please consider registering
<https://accessinghigherground.org/registration/> for the November 13
preconference full day workshop entitled, Introduction to Course
Accessibility.
<https://accessinghigherground.org/introduction-to-course-accessibility/>
Here are the details of the workshop facilitated by Joseph Feria-Galicia
and Lucy Greco:
Summary
This workshop provides an introduction to online course accessibility.
Reasons for building and maintaining accessible courses are contextualized,
explained and demonstrated from both a student and an institutional
perspective. Emphasis is given to the use and evaluation of features within
a Learning Management System (LMS).
Abstract
Participants in this workshop gain access to a UC Berkeley online course
within the Canvas LMS and learn to create accessible course content and
downloadable files using templates that are pre-formatted for
accessibility.
Learning Objectives

   1. Understand the importance and impact of accessible course design and
   instructional media.
   2. Demonstrate basic proficiency in the creation and delivery of
   accessible content within a learning management system (LMS) to meet a
   variety of student learning styles and instructional needs
   3. Utilize accessible Word and PowerPoint templates in designing and
   disseminating accessible online course content.

Format
This workshop utilizes multiple format types including whole group lectures
and demonstrations, small group discussions, and hands-on activities for
individuals or groups to apply new knowledge and skills. Additionally,
participants are given access to an online course where they can engage,
create and evaluate online content.
Key Points

   - Understand the importance and impact of accessible course design and
   instructional media.
   - Demonstrate basic proficiency in the creation and delivery of
   accessible content within and LMS.
   - Utilize accessible Word and PowerPoint templates in designing and
   disseminating accessible online content.


*Accessibility Team Lead*
Digital Learning Services
University of California, Berkeley
Phone: (510) 516-3801
2850 Telegraph Avenue
Berkeley, CA 94705
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