Speaker(s)
- Casey Pearson, Events Specialist, 3Play Media
Session Details
- Length of Session: 1-hr
- Format: Lecture
- Expertise Level: Beginner
- Type of session: General Conference
Summary
This session will cover the results of a study conducted by the University of South Florida, St. Petersburg (USFSP) in collaboration with 3Play Media on the impact of closed captions and interactive transcripts on retention, comprehension, and test scores.
Abstract
Learn how closed captioning and interactive transcripts impact student learning. The research presented during this session originated from several pilot studies by the accessibility committee at USFSP to understand the value of captioning online courses.
In this presentation, you will discover how faculty and students responded to accessibility tools including closed captions and interactive transcripts, how student perceptions of faculty changed, how these tools influenced test scores, and how captions and transcripts impact watch time, retention, and focus. Walk away with an understanding of how students and faculty alike benefit from accessibility tools, and how to get started in your online courses.
Keypoints
- Discover how the use of captioning and transcripts improve student retention, comprehension, and testing.
- Uncover qualitative and quantitative feedback from students on the impact of captions and transcripts.
- Learn how and why to incorporate accessibility features into your online courses.
Disability Areas
Cognitive/Learning, Deaf/Hard of Hearing
Topic Areas
Accessible Course Design, Accessible Educational Materials, Assistive Technology, Captioning/Transcription, Research, Uncategorized, Web/Media/App Access
Speaker Bio(s)
Casey Pearson
Casey is the Events Specialist for 3Play Media. She is the primary contact for AHG. The speaker for this proposal is Lily Bond.