Last revised: 02/19/2019 by tjs.
Overview
This article describes research-based recommendations for designing and developing assessments in online courses.
Develop/Build
Competencies for Online and Hybrid/Blended Instruction
Last revised: 2/19/2019 by jap
Overview:
What does an instructor need to succeed with an online or hybrid/blended course? The UConn Competencies for Online and Hybrid/Blended Instruction provides twenty-seven competencies to inform and self-assess against.
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: 02/07/2019 by CAH
Overview
Before you upload content to HuskyCT, ensure it is accessible by following standard guidelines for various file types.
Using CSS for Backgrounds / Objectives Layout (Advanced skill)
Last Revised by DSM on 6/5/2018.
Overview:
This post offers CSS layout options that avoid the use of tables. This is better for accessibility concerns. Continue reading
How to Cite Free Learning Materials in your Courses
Last Revised by ESS on 10/2/2018.
Overview:
The purpose of this article is to share some best practices for how to properly attribute CC and Public Domain materials in your courses.
Finding and Using Free Learning Materials
Last revised: 02/05/2018 by dsm.
Overview:
This article discusses FREE Open Educational Resources (OERs), why they are important, and how faculty can find and use OERs in their online and face to face classrooms.