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An Introduction to Accessibility and Inclusive Design
  • Level Foundation
  • المدة 15 ساعات hours
  • الطبع بواسطة University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
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This course introduces some of the fundamental principles of accessibility and prepares learners for further study in accessibility and inclusive design. Learners will have an opportunity to explore the major types of disabilities and related assistive technology and adaptive strategies, the most salient contours of the legal landscape, and the major principles that guide universal design and accessible content creation. Spotlight guest videos will highlight firsthand perspectives on disability, as well as topics like disability etiquette, universal design and universal design for learning, accommodation in higher education, campus accessibility policy, and accessibility in a corporate setting.

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About the Course

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    • 2 Readings
    • 2 Assignment
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2 Assignment

  • Orientation Quiz
  • Demographics Survey

1 Videos

  • Welcome to An Introduction to Accessibility and Inclusive Design!

2 Readings

  • Syllabus
  • About the Discussion Forums

About Your Classmates

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    • 1 Discussion
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1 Discussions

  • Getting to Know Your Classmates

1 Readings

  • Updating Your Profile

Module 1 Information

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  • Module 1 Introduction

1 Readings

  • Module 1 Readings and Resources

Lesson 1-1: Disability Types, Demographics, and Theoretical Models

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  • Disability Types, Demographics, and Theoretical Models

Lesson 1-2: Visual Disabilities

    • 2 Videos
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2 Videos

  • Visual Disabilities
  • Perspective on Visual Disabilities

Lesson 1-3: Hearing Disabilities

    • 2 Videos
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2 Videos

  • Hearing Disabilities
  • Perspectives on Hearing Disabilities

Lesson 1-4: Mobility Disabilities

    • 3 Videos
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  • Mobility Disabilities
  • Perspective on Mobility Disabilities: Kathleen Downes
  • Perspective on Mobility Disabilities: Allison Boot

Lesson 1-5: Cognitive Disabilities

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2 Videos

  • Cognitive Disabilities
  • Perspective on Cognitive Disabilities

Lesson 1-6: Disability Etiquette

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    • 1 Discussion
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1 Discussions

  • Module 1 Discussion: Experiences or Misconceptions about Disabilities

1 Videos

  • Disability Etiquette

Module 1 Graded Activities

    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Module 1 Quiz

Module 2 Information

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    • 1 Readings
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  • Module 2 Introduction

1 Readings

  • Module 2 Readings and Resources

Lesson 2-1: The Legal Landscape and Accessibility Policy

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  • The Legal Landscape and the Workplace
  • Timothy Nugent: The Game Changer
  • Accessibility Policy at Illinois

Lesson 2-2: Occupational Perspectives on Accessibility

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  • Instructional Designer: Tania Heap
  • Instructor: Lawrence Angrave
  • Senior ICT Specialist: Julie Romanowski
  • Web Developer: Tim Offenstein

Lesson 2-3: Perspectives on Accommodation Services

    • 4 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
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1 Discussions

  • Module 2 Discussion Prompt

4 Videos

  • Text Conversion Services
  • Captioning Services
  • Accessible Document Design Services
  • Testing Accommodations

1 Readings

  • "Accommodation" vs. "Universal Design"

Module 2 Graded Activities

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  • Module 2 Quiz

Module 3 Information

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  • Module 3 Introduction

1 Readings

  • Module 3 Readings and Resources

Lesson 3-1: Universal Design

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  • The Seven Principles of Universal Design
  • Universal Design for Learning
  • Guidelines: WCAG 2.0 and POUR principles

Lesson 3-2: Perspectives on Universal Design

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  • Universal Design for Instruction: Sheryl Burgstahler
  • Perspective on Universal Design: Jon Gunderson
  • Perspective on Universal Design: Hadi Rangin

Module 3 Graded Activities

    • 1 PeerReview
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1 Assignment

  • Module 3 Quiz

1 Peer Review

  • Module 3 Peer Review Assignment: Universal Design

Module 4 Information

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  • Module 4 Introduction

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  • Module 4 Readings and Resources

Lesson 4-1: HTML and Accessibility

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  • HTML Basics: Structuring Content
  • HTML Basics: Logical structure (Headings and Lists)
  • HTML Basics: Tables & Links
  • HTML Basics: Images, Charts, and Graphs

Lesson 4-2: Creating Accessible Word Documents

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  • Accessible Word Documents: Styles
  • Accessible Word Documents: Logical Document Structure
  • Accessible Word Documents: Tables
  • Accessible Word Documents: Images
  • Accessible Word Documents: Links
  • Accessible Word Documents: Color Contrast
  • Accessible Word Documents: Document Properties
  • Accessible Word Documents: Accessibility Checker
  • JAWS Screen Reader Reading Accessible Word Document

Lesson 4-3: Accessible PDF Documents

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  • Accessible PDF Documents

Lesson 4-4: Creating Accessible PowerPoint Presentations

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  • Accessible PowerPoint Documents: Overview and Major Issues
  • Accessible PowerPoint Documents: Best Practices for Making PowerPoint More Accessible
  • Accessible PowerPoint Documents: Creating Accessible Charts and Graphs

1 Readings

  • PowerPoint Version Information

Lesson 4-5: Accessible Multimedia

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  • Captioning and Audio Description
  • Complex Images
  • Animations
  • Accessible STEM Content

Lesson 4-6: Tools for Evaluating Accessibility

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  • Tools for Evaluating Accessibility

Lesson 4-7: Where Can You Go From Here?

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    • 2 Readings
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  • Joining a Community of Practice
  • Certificate Programs: IADP
  • IAAP Certifications

2 Readings

  • Where Can You Go from Here?
  • IT Accessibility Badging Courses

Module 4 Graded Activities

    • 1 PeerReview
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Module 4 Quiz

1 Peer Review

  • Module 4 Peer Review Assignment 1: Word Remediation

Wrapping Things Up

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  • End of Course Survey

1 Discussions

  • Final Reflections

PowerPoint Remediation

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  • Module 4 Peer Review Assignment 2: PowerPoint Remediation

Auto Summary

Explore the fundamental principles of accessibility and inclusive design in this foundational IT & Computer Science course led by Coursera. Over 900 minutes, delve into major disabilities, assistive technologies, legal aspects, and universal design principles. Gain insights from guest videos on disability perspectives, etiquette, and accessibility in education and corporate settings. Ideal for beginners, it offers Starter and Professional subscription options.

Marc Thompson
Instructors

Marc Thompson

Lori Lane
Instructors

Lori Lane

Tania Heap
Instructors

Tania Heap