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Recordings of Digital Accessibility trainings are available in MediaSpace, where you can view past workshops and related content at your convenience.
Preparing for the New ADA Title II Standards
This session outlines what Georgia Tech must do to meet the updated requirements of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), including key timelines (note the deadline has been extended to April 26, 2027), responsibilities, and the adoption of WCAG 2.1 Level AA as a technical standard. Whether you manage web content, support academic technology, develop applications, or oversee student services across the Institute, this workshop helps you understand the changes and prepare for compliance. This training applies to all content creators.
Exceptions Under the ADA Title II Regulations
This session explains how to apply the five exceptions relevant to higher education regarding the Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) regulations effectively to current digital assets. This training applies to all content creators.
Creating Accessible Word, PowerPoint, and PDF Documents
This session provides a basic overview on how to create accessible Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and PDF Documents. Specific “how to” instructions are provided on how to ensure these file types are created in an accessible format from the beginning. Instructions are also provided on how to check for, and fix, the accessibility of an existing document. This training applies to all content creators.
Using Alternative Text
While this session was produced specifically for instructional faculty, the principles and applications of Alternative Text apply to anyone creating accessible materials with images.
Creating Accessible Social Media
This session explores how to post to Facebook, Instagram, and X (formerly Twitter) with accessibility in mind. It also reviews posting accessible audio and video content with descriptions and accessible captions. This training was produced specifically for administrators and staff, but the principles apply to all social media content creators in the community.
Creating Accessible Audio and Video
While this session was produced specifically for instructional faculty, the principles and applications apply to anyone creating accessible audio and video content. The training reviews when you need captions, when a transcript is sufficient, and how to handle highly visual or live content.
Accessibility 101: Course Design
This session introduces Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and its implications for course design. Participants gain a foundational understanding of accessibility requirements and explore campus-supported tools, such as Ally and the Canvas Course Template, that help create inclusive learning environments. The session includes guided work time for faculty to begin applying these tools with facilitator support.
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