There are a number of general ‘good practices’ that can be followed to enhance the general accessibility of an Interact2 site. Use of Discussion Forums Although a well-run and structured […]
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Accessibility Checkers and Creating Accessible Resources
Did you know you can access quick and easy tools for checking document accessibility issues? Microsoft Office allows users to check for accessibility issues across several of their applications using […]
Read moreColour and Colour Contrast
In the online environment colour provides interest as a visual tool to identify an item and for decorative perspectives. However, colour should not be the only means to convey information, […]
Read moreAccessible images and diagrams
IMAGES AND DIAGRAMS (Non-text content) Images and diagrams help to enhance your student’s comprehension of a topic more effectively than just text alone. However students who cannot distinguish images depend […]
Read moreBlackboard’s Top Ten Accessibility Checklist
Although there’s lots an ever increasing range of CSU developed resources on this page that make specific reference to Interact2, you may also find this resource (published by Blackboard) to […]
Read moreCreating PDFs of Interact2 modules
Preparing PDF documents of modules and other subject material provides many benefits for students studying. When available in this format students do not only benefit from being able to download […]
Read moreCaptions in online learning at CSU
Captioning is not only important for those who are deaf or hard of hearing, but anyone who prefers to view media with limited or no noise due to their personal […]
Read moreCreating Accessible Power Point Presentations
Although quite an ‘old technology’ the ubiquitous nature of PowerPoint Presentations means that thoughtful design from an accessibility perspective can greatly enhance the student experience of subject content. Here’s a […]
Read moreMaking Accessible Podcasts
Podcasts are increasingly utilised by academics and tutors to engage their students in both direct subject learning as well as broader areas relating to a field or discipline. As such, […]
Read moreMaking Offline (Accessible) Adobe Connect Recordings
How to Make Offline (Accessible) Recordings Adobe Connect meetings are saved in flash format (.flv) which has limitations for: Students with iOS devices unable to play .flv files (unless they […]
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