This course is designed to empower instructional designers, educators, content creators, and learning and development professionals, with the knowledge and tools needed to make their digital content accessible to learners of all abilities.This course includes interactive sessions, hands-on projects, and personalized feedback to ensure mastery of the skills. Whether you're new to accessibility or looking to refine your existing skills, this course will provide valuable insights and practical experiences to make your online learning accessible for all.

 Learning Objectives:

 1. Apply the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 standards to design and evaluate digital content for accessibility.

 2. Gain skills using digital tools to audit and remediate accessibility issues, aligning with standards and best practices.

 3. Create a product that demonstrates proficiency in using the most common accessibility tools to ensure inclusive design practices.

Course Outline

• Week 1: Introduction to Accessibility in Digital Content Design: Dive into the basics of digital accessibility, exploring models of disabilities, the significance of accessibility, and the foundational WCAG 2.2 guidelines.
• Week 2: Perceivable Content: Focus on creating content that is perceivable for all learners, with emphasis on visual and auditory accessibility strategies such as alt text, captions, and sufficient color contrast.
• Week 3: Operable Interfaces: Learn to design navigable and user-friendly interfaces that cater to a broad audience, including those using assistive technologies.
• Week 4: Understandable Content: Simplify language and structure to enhance the clarity and predictability of your content.
• Week 5: Robust Content: Ensure your content is compatible with a variety of technologies and devices, focusing on robust design principles and cross-device testing.
• Week 6: Evaluating and Auditing Course Accessibility: Apply your knowledge to perform a comprehensive accessibility audit using top industry tools.

Final Project: Submit an accessibility audit of an online course or digital content, demonstrating your ability to apply the WCAG 2.2 standards and neurodivergent considerations.

Reviews: 5 Stars

I recently had the opportunity to review a course on making online content accessible for Dr. Nicole L'Etoile, CPACC. Nicole's course stands out for its unique and in-depth approach to accessibility. Here’s what I liked about Nicole's course: The practical approach to WCAG 2.2, with a focus on breaking down and giving meaning to its content—making it actionable and exploring techniques well beyond just alt text and colour contrast. I’ve never seen another course like this, which explores a range of technological resources to help learners understand and apply accessibility principles. The care and expertise of Nicole shines through, and the course structure ensures participants will have ample access to her guidance and feedback. I highly recommend this course to anyone seeking a deeper understanding of online accessibility in their content. I know it will make a big difference and deliver real value. The cohort-based model and program design are sure to spark some brilliant, in-depth discussions.- Lauren McInnes’ Content & Learning Designer.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Who should take this course?

Anyone involved in the design, creation, development or testing of online learning content.

What is the time commitment?

You can expect to spend 3-4 hours per week including the live session.

What does the learning experience look like?

Live sessions are held on Wednesdays, 7PM EST. During the week there will be self paced content in Brightspace including readings, videos, podcasts, hands-on activities, scenario-based problems, discussions, reflections, and journal entries.

How long will I have access to the course?

You’ll have lifetime access to the course and learning materials.

Can I use my professional development funding to cover the cost?

Yes, it’s quite common for leaders at institutions and organizations to send their educators and instructional designers to learn from the Instructional Design Institute. If you need help with asking for funding to be used for Making Online Content For All Accessible, here is a template.

If I’m not happy, can I get a refund?

Absolutely. If you aren’t satisfied with the experience, you can get a full refund within 7 days of the course start. If you aren’t happy though, please definitely let us know why and we’ll do our best to find a solution!

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