Apr 11, 2016
The following are the steps you can take to know that you’ve created a PDF file that is accessible. Step 1: Create your file in Word. Make sure to put alt text for your images, use proper document structure (headings, proper lists, etc.), and create appropriate...
Apr 7, 2016
Did you know that captioning can benefit everyone? Using captioned videos allows you to reach students with varying learning styles. Watch the following two videos which address the importance of captioning. They are similar in their point, but both have excellent...
Apr 7, 2016
With commencement right around the corner, I starting thinking about the impact we make on all of the students heading out into the world. Could we be doing more to sensitize them to disability awareness and accessibility? As instructors and staff here at NMC, we have...
Mar 14, 2016
The following are tips to keep in mind to help make using Google Docs as accessible as possible. Although Google has come a long way, they aren’t there yet. Follow these suggestions and you will be on your way! Google Docs is great for general documents made up...
Mar 11, 2016
The following is a 5 minute video, “Using Google Document Headings” by Greg Kraus of North Carolina State. It’s a great video that provides the why and how to make accessible headings in Google Docs.
