The 黑料老司机 is building a growing collection of procedures that support the and the . In this final post in our procedures series, we’re highlighting the procedures that support accessible teaching and learning through digital course content.听
Digital course content, whether delivered through Canvas, websites, documents, videos, or other online tools, plays a critical role in the student experience. To help ensure these materials are accessible to all students, UW has established procedures for creating accessible course content, managing archived materials, and addressing situations where accessibility barriers cannot be fully resolved.听
The makes accessibility a standard part of course design and delivery. It outlines shared responsibilities across the University and highlights the training, tools, and support available to help instructors create accessible materials. The procedure also emphasizes accessibility reviews when introducing new digital tools into a course.听
The establishes requirements for identifying and managing archived course materials. Content retained for reference, research, or record-keeping purposes may qualify as archived, but if it is returned to active instructional use, it must meet current accessibility requirements before being assigned to students.听
The for Digital Course Content provides a structured process for situations where course content cannot be made fully accessible despite reasonable efforts. The procedure includes review, documentation, and oversight requirements while reinforcing that exemptions are intended only for exceptional circumstances.听
These procedures support a proactive approach to accessibility in teaching and learning.听 As UW’s digital accessibility framework continues to mature, these procedures provide a foundation for ensuring that accessibility is integrated into the lifecycle of course content, from creation and delivery to long-term preservation and review.听