Krista Greear Wright, Senior Accessibility Strategist, Anthology
Disability Area: Topic Area:
Length of Session (in hours): 1-hr
Format: Lecture
Expertise Level: All Levels
Type of session: Not provided
Summary of Session
Many faculty distribute text materials via Learning Management Systems. In Winter 2014, the UW had access to 26 LMS sites. Combined, these courses had 20,000+ pages of content! Come learn how one large public university is addressing the challenge of providing accessible content via online courses.
Abstract
Content distributed via LMS sites tends to be the most time-consuming alternate format conversion projects for the UW. There are four main issues with content distributed via LMS sites. The first is the management of several dozen files for tens of classes (gaining access, keeping updated on new files added). The second is determining which articles need to be converted (some faculty do a good job providing accessible files while others need more support). The third is the actual conversion of inaccessible documents (which will not be discussed in detail). The fourth is how to train faculty and provide tools for file conversion independent of disability services. This presentation will provide real-life situations/reactions/experiences about how to bring awareness to faculty regarding the content they distribute electronically and how it impacts students with disabilities.
Kepoints
Share how one university used data to initiate conversations for change with faculty.
Provide ideas for creating a collaborative relationship between faculty and DS providers.
Brainstorm best practices that can be modified at any campus for easy-wins regarding faculty-shared content vi
Speaker Bio(s)
Krista Greear Wright
An enthusiastic, data-driven individual, Krista is passionate about inclusivity. With over 12 years of experience in higher education accessibility, Krista’s focus is to accelerate the educational landscape regarding digital content. Her expertise is in document and video accessibility, although is interested in web and application accessibility as well.
Leveraging her Master of Education in Educational Technology, Krista is interested in the intersection of accessibility, inclusion, and instructional design. She is excited about improving the educational experience for all students by working with administrators, faculty, and students to make changes at a system level.