Introduction to Accessibility and Universal Design

Course Overview

In this course, you will learn the fundamentals of web accessibility and Universal Design for Learning. You will explore why accessibility is important in the online space, guiding principles for making accessible digital content, and the governing bodies of web accessibility. You will also examine the principles of Universal Design for Learning, a framework for creating accessible and successful content for all learners regardless of ability. You will receive hands-on instruction on how to create accessible documents, presentations, and videos for your online content. By the end of this course you will be able to: - Describe accessibility and its importance in the online space - Apply common digital accessibility guidelines - Utilize the core principles of Universal Design for Learning - Evaluate the accessibility of digital documents, presentations, and videos Regardless of your current experience, this course will teach you accessibility basics so that you can create amazing digital experiences for learners of all abilities.