Creating digital learning resources and Canvas rooms that are user-friendly and inclusive for people with different needs can be challenging. This course provides an introduction to the basic principles of universal design, and you will receive tips on some simple steps you can take to make your learning resources and Canvas rooms more user-friendly.
In the course, we will also go through some useful tools that can help us in our work to make the students’ digital learning environment even better.
No prior knowledge of universal design is required. Join us in creating a more inclusive digital world!
Why should we focus on universal design?
Usability and inclusion: Universal design improves usability for all users, but it also ensures that everyone, regardless of their abilities or needs, can access and use the learning material. This creates a more inclusive learning environment.
Legislation: Norway has laws and regulations that require digital learning platforms to be universally designed.
Efficiency: By including universal design from the beginning when creating digital content, you can save time and resources in the long run. It is often more time-consuming to make changes after the content is published.
After completing the course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the basic principles of universal design and its importance
- Know some simple steps that contribute to making content in Canvas more inclusive for individuals with different needs
- Be familiar with various digital tools at UiA that can be used in their own work
- Have a foundation to further develop their own learning resources in Canvas according to the principles of universal design
Tools:
- Accessibility features in Office products
- Accessibility check in Canvas
- Ally Course Accessibility in Canvas
- Alternative formats and reader in Canvas
- Panopto
- Autotext
Request the course
This course is currently only offered in English upon request.
To request the course, please send an email to canvas@uia.no