To download a copy of the accessibility checklist, click the UMD-AccessibilityChecklist.docx link in the Attachments section below.
This checklist will enable you to evaluate your web-based course content. Email at itsupport@umd.edu for assistance.
| Content | Yes | No | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary course information | |||
| Syllabus includes statement regarding support for students with disabilities (UMD Disability Support Service information at https://www.counseling.umd.edu/ads/ | |||
| Syllabus is also provided in simple Microsoft Word format for increased accessibility. | |||
| Textbook information has been posted online for students to see at least 6 weeks before start of the semester. | |||
| Textbook ISBN (International Standard Book Number) is included in the syllabus. | |||
| Textbooks are available at the library reserves desk. | |||
| Elms course space (canvas) | |||
| Ally | |||
| Ally course report has been run to check course for accessibility, and issues resolved. | |||
| Design tool accessibility checker | |||
| Canvas Design Tool used to verify accessibility of Headings, Images, and Descriptive Links. Specific directions for using the ELMS-Canvas Design Tools for Instructors. | |||
| Text | |||
| Text created with Rich Text Editor is formatted using dropdown Paragraph menu. Specific directions on using Rich Text Editor drop-down menu. | |||
| Use of color is limited, and color combinations provide sufficient contrast. | |||
| Abbreviations and acronyms are spelled out. | |||
| Hyperlinks | |||
| Hypertext links provide a clear description of the destination. | |||
| Images | |||
| "Alt text" or long descriptions are provided for all images. | |||
| For more complex images, longer description is included in the surrounding text on the page. | |||
| Video and audio | |||
| Captions or transcripts are provided for every video. | |||
| Transcripts are provided for podcasts and audio clips. | |||
| Color | |||
| There is adequate contrast between text and background. | |||
| Color is not used as means of conveying information/ differentiation of information. | |||
| Tables | |||
| Row and column headers are identified. | |||
| Downloadable documents | |||
| Sans serif fonts used in all downloadable documents (Arial, Calibri, etc.) | |||
| Microsoft Word/ Google Docs | |||
| Documents are created using preset Styles rather than fonts for screen reader assistive technology access. Specific directions on using Microsoft Word preset styles. | |||
| PDF documents include tags for screen reader assistive technology access. Specific instructions on PDF tags. | |||
| PowerPoint/ Google Slides | |||
| Slides have unique titles for screen reader assistive technology access, checked by using the Outline View. Specific directions on PowerPoint titles. | |||
| Slides have simple layouts. | |||
| Slides do not use transitions or timed functions. | |||