Handling Complex Images

Handling Complex Images

Most images can be made accessible using alternative (alt) text descriptions. However, more complex images require more description then the limited one or two brief sentences that may be used in the image alt text area. Start by asking: What information does this...
PDF Files

PDF Files

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...
Captioning Helps Everyone

Captioning Helps Everyone

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...
Weaving in Awareness

Weaving in Awareness

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...
Accessibility and Google Docs

Accessibility and Google Docs

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...