Accessible Canvas Courses

Accessible Canvas Courses! Complete the course for a badge or just use it as a resource.

Accessible Canvas Courses provides faculty and staff with the background and tools necessary to create accessible and inclusive digital content! It consists of four modules that can be completed for a badge or just use it as a resource. The Accessible Canvas Courses Enrollment Form is open to all!

Module Overview

Module 1: Why Accessibility Matters

Module 2: Introduction to Canvas Accessibility

Module 3: Accessible Documents

Module 4: Accessible Media

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • discuss the benefits of providing accessible content for all students
  • implement accessibility best practices to align with ADA Title II regulations
  • create more accessible and inclusive Canvas pages, documents, slides and videos to align with SJSU's mission and values
  • effectively use accessibility features in Canvas, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat
  • leverage UDOIT to evaluate and remediate your course materials
Frequently Asked Questions
  • Do I have to complete the whole course?
    No, you can just use the course as a resource. 
  • Is there a stipend for this course? 
    Not at this time, but you will receive a badge and certificate upon successful completion. 

  • Who can I reach out to for assitance creating accessible materials?
    You can reach out to cfeti@sjsu.edu or one of our Faculty Champions in Accessibility!