CTLT

Center for Teaching, Learning & Technology

TidyUP & Ally: Improve your Course Accessibility - Spring 2025

TidyUP logoWorkshop Description

TidyUP is a tool in Canvas that can help you identify and remove outdated files, such as old syllabi, and unused Canvas content, such as assignments you are no longer using. This handy tool can help you quickly and efficiently improve your course accessibility! This one-week asynchronous online workshop provides hands-on experience using TidyUP, as well as experience using Ally to identify and fix inaccessible Canvas content. $100 stipend for eligible participants.

Workshop dates for Spring 2025

This one-week workshop is offered during the following weeks:

  • April 7-13
  • April 14-20
  • April 28-May 4
  • May 5-11
  • May 19-25

Workshop learning outcomes

By the end of this workshop you will be able to:

  1. Remove unused Canvas content with TidyUP.
  2. Identify inaccessible course content using Ally.
  3. Create an Accessibility Action Plan.

Time commitment: 6-8 hours, depending on skill level.
Stipend: $100 for eligible participants. CTLT Stipend Policy 

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

 

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