Creating Accessible Canvas Pages - Fall 2023
Workshop Description
Accessibility is the key to creating inclusive learning spaces for students with disabilities. This one-week fully online workshop provides faculty with hands-on experience creating accessible Canvas Pages, in alignment with the requirements and standards set by the CSU Accessible Technology Initiative: (CSU ATI), Federal Law (Section 508), and Web Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG 2.0).
Workshop learning outcomes
By the end of this workshop you will be able to:
- Explain why course materials need to be accessible for students with disabilities.
- Identify Federal, State, and Cal Poly accessibility requirements.
- Create an accessible Canvas Page.
Workshop dates for Fall 2023
This one-week workshop is offered during the following weeks:
- October 9 – 15
- December 4 – 10
Time commitment: 6-8 hours.
Stipend: $100 for eligible participants.
To reserve your seat in this workshop, please complete the registration form below. You will receive a confirmation email within 48 hours. Limited enrollment; faculty and instructors only.
Before you register, please review the CTLT Stipend Policy to ensure you are eligible to receive a stipend for this workshop. If you have any questions, please contact Patrick O'Sullivan, CTLT Director, at posulliv@calpoly.edu.
Facilitator: Pam Dougherty, Instructional Designer and Accessibility Specialist, CTLT
Email: padoughe@calpoly.edu
