We often share PowerPoint slides—frequently relying on visual elements—with our audience as resource. However, not everyone can see or interpret these visuals. In this session, you will learn how to make your presentations accessible to all users, including those who may have difficulty processing visual information. We’ll cover how to ensure that all important visual […]
Mid-semester is an excellent time to collect feedback from students on the course structure, their experiences and learning. Part I (Oct 4) of this two-part workshop will present the why, […]
After the first four sessions, you'll have a solid understanding of the fundamental aspects of creating an accessible digital environment. This includes using semantic headings, ensuring high color contrast, improving readability, making non-text elements accessible, utilizing adaptive technologies, and converting documents to accessible formats. In this fifth session, we will focus on implementing these accessibility practices […]
This session will go through the rationale of the UDL template to support instructors in adopting key accessibility and universal design elements into their COTROnline Course Pages. Universal Design for Learning (UDL) emphasizes learner agency that is purposeful, reflective, resourceful and strategic. It focuses on how we can provide multiple means of Engagement, Representation, and […]
This workshop-in-a-box is designed for instructors interested in implementing teaching strategies that build students' critical literacy skills with AI technologies. Through a series of interactive tasks, we will explore the […]
In this session, we’ll reaffirm the importance of accessibility, emphasizing that it’s not an additional task but an essential component of our work. We'll review the accessibility standards and guidelines we've discussed and explore how they can be seamlessly integrated into our practices. This is your opportunity to reflect on your experiences with inclusion, share […]
As the smartphone cameras continue to evolve and produce large-size video files, often to the dismay of students trying to upload an assignment onto COTROnline through Kaltura’s Media Gallery. This […]
This session will go through the rationale of the UDL template to support instructors in adopting key accessibility and universal design elements into their COTROnline Course Pages. Universal Design for Learning (UDL) emphasizes learner agency that is purposeful, reflective, resourceful and strategic. It focuses on how we can provide multiple means of Engagement, Representation, and […]
This session is designed to help instructors reflect on their teaching development goals for 2025. Delving into scholarly teaching and Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL) ideas, we will explore how a PD plan can be designed to leverage evidence-based strategies for informing and enriching your instructional approaches. Whether you're new to teaching or a […]
As we approach the planning phase for the Winter 2025 semester, it’s time to rethink our approach to accessibility. Reflect on whether your course materials are truly inclusive: Are your videos accessible to everyone? Can all students access the images you use? Are hyperlinks, headings, and other elements designed with accessibility in mind? Let's commit […]
This workshop-in-a-box is designed for instructors interested in implementing teaching strategies that build students' critical literacy skills with AI technologies. Through a series of interactive tasks, we will explore the multifaceted nature of AI, its implications in various professional fields, and the ethical considerations it necessitates. As a "Workshop-in-a-Box" this session is intended to provide […]
The Winter Course Setup series is designed to help Instructors prepare their courses for the upcoming semester. The series is based on the Course Review checklist so it will be […]
