Last revised: 12/01/2020 by cah
Overview
Faculty can use the strategies, tools, techniques and technologies available to them to help ensure academic integrity in online courses. Continue reading
Author: Catherine Healy
Format Text Elements For Use with Assistive Technology
Last Revised: 2/14/2019 by cah
Overview
Make sure all students have access to your text documents or items in HuskyCT by formatting your pages with accessibility in mind.
Optimize Readability Using Contrast and Color
Last Revised: 02/14/2019 by cah
Overview
Good color contrast is essential to making your text readable. In this article, we will review how to best use color to improve readability through the use of proper contrast levels and to convey meaning. Continue reading
How to Add Alternative Text (Alt. Text) to Images in HuskyCT
Last Reviewed: 2/14/2019 by cah
Overview
Adding alternative text to images in HuskyCT provides learners with low vision and those using screen readers with important information about the meaning of the image. This article provides information about why alternative text descriptions are important, as well as step-by-step instructions for completing this relatively easy task.
Use Ally to Improve Accessibility of HuskyCT Content
Last revised: 02/07/2019 by cah
Overview
Blackboard’s Ally gauges the accessibility of your content, provides guidance and tips for improving accessibility, and creates alternative versions of your files. Continue reading
Create Accessible Content for HuskyCT
Last revised: 03/21/2023 by BJG
Overview
Before you upload content to HuskyCT, ensure it is accessible by following standard guidelines for various file types.
Facilitating Online Discussions
Last revised: 02/05/2018 by dsm.
Overview
Online discussions are used to build dynamic learning communities, to synthesize key concepts, and to promote critical thinking skills. This article highlights tips for successfully facilitating online discussion forums.
Developing Engaging Online Discussions
Last revised: 4/30/2018 by CAH.
Overview
Online discussions are used to build dynamic learning communities, to synthesize key concepts and to promote critical thinking skills. In this article, we discuss tips for writing engaging prompts. Continue reading
Introducing Quality Matters
Last revised: 08/08/2018 by CAH.
Overview
Information about Quality Matters and how to get started with using the rubric.
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Writing Learning Objectives
Last revised: 02/01/2022 by BJG
Overview:
This post describes learning objectives and provides tips on how to write them well.
What are learning objectives?
Learning objectives are brief statements that describe what students will be expected to learn. They allow us to design our teaching approaches to meet the needs of our students for their learning. We also use them to communicate our expectations to students and direct the design of our teaching.