Course Building Considerations
Your Canvas course layouts should be simple, clean, and uncluttered. The course navigation should be clear and consistent. Headings should allow for quick scanning and always be descriptive.
Use these features for accessible formatting
Alt Text is read by screen readers. It describes embedded images and displays when the image cannot display.
Descriptive hyperlinks give students context to links, provide clarity on link destination, and should always be underlined
Headings help all students navigate course materials, assist when using screen readers, and provide structure for content.
Tables should display data & information, and should not be used to create layouts.
Text emphasis helps text stand out for visually impaired students. Use bold, italic or underlined text. Never use color for emphasis.
Additional resources:
- Canvas Course Accessibility Checklist
- How to Use the Accessibility Checker in the Rich Content Editor
- Accessibility in Higher Education: Building a Better Student Experience