Digital accessibility in Canvas ensures that all students—whether they have a documented disability or not—can access and engage with course content effectively. By addressing digital accessibility barriers, we’re also aligning with Universal Design for Learning (UDL), making learning materials more inclusive and usable for everyone.
If you encounter challenges in Canvas—such as inaccessible PDFs, videos without captions, or issues with screen readers—our Accessible Technology Specialist, Dr. Joni Gutierrez from the Learning Innovation Department, can help.
Examples of Support Provided:
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Identifying inaccessible media (e.g., videos without captions, PDFs without tags)
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Resolving screen reader compatibility issues with course content
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Assisting with alternative text for images and graphics
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Addressing missing captions, transcripts, or other media accessibility features
Call to Action:
If you need assistance, click the Request Digital-Accessibility-in-Canvas Help button located in the upper right corner of the service page