Training and Events Calendar
Introduction to Accessibility and Universal Design
Tuesday, February 22, 2022 - 1:30pm to 2:30pm
In this introductory session, you will learn about the accessibility and universal design strategies and principals necessary to create inclusive learning environments that support all students, faculty and staff alike. Read more about Accessibility & Universal Design
Flyers & infographics
Thursday, February 24, 2022 - 10:00am to 12:00pm
This session is an introduction of the best practices for creating accessible flyers and infographics content. Read more about Flyers & Infographics
Word Essentials
Tuesday, March 1, 2022 - 10:00am to 12:00pm
This training will highlight the fundamentals of creating accessible documents using Microsoft Word 2019 or 365. Participants will learn key structural elements for creating accessible documents. Read more about Word Essentials
PDF Tools
Thursday, March 3, 2022 - 1:30pm to 3:30pm
This training will cover the fundamentals of creating accessible PDF documents using Acrobat Pro DC. Participants will learn key structural elements for converted Word to PDF documents. Read more about PDF Tools
PowerPoint Essentials
Tuesday, March 8, 2022 - 10:00am to 12:00pm
This training will highlight the fundamentals of creating accessible PowerPoint documents using Microsoft PowerPoint 2019 or 365. Participants will learn key structural elements for creating accessible documents. Read more about PowerPoint Essentials
Canvas Ally
Tuesday, March 29, 2022 - 10:00am to 12:00pm
Ally is a service in Canvas that helps faculty make their digital course content more accessible. It provides guidance on how to improve the accessibility of content, and automatically provides students with alternate formats. Read more about Canvas Ally
Video Accessibility
Tuesday, April 5, 2022 - 10:00am to 11:30am
Creating accessible videos ensure that all students, regardless of their abilities can access the content includes captions, a transcript, and audio description. Panopto is a new solution, integrated with Canvas and Zoom, that provides lecture recording, screencasting, video streaming, automated captioning, and video content management software. Read more about Video Accessibility
Email Accessibility
Thursday, April 7, 2022 - 10:00am to 11:00am
This session is the best practices for making email content that is accessible, usable and readable so that the email can reach the greatest amount of readers. Participants will learn why accessibility needs to be considered when creating emails step-by-step to ensure they are accessible. Read more about Email Accessibility
Math and Science Accessibility with EquatIO
Tuesday, April 12, 2022 - 10:00am to 11:30am
CSUN has a new tool, EquatIO, to help you make your STEM content accessible. This session will demonstrate how to utilize EquatIO features such as speak, type, handwrite, mobile, or screenshot reader. EquatIO is available for Windows, Mac OS, and Google Chrome extension. Read More about EquatIO for STEM Accessibility
Screen Readers & Accessibility Testing Tools
Wednesday, April 13, 2022 - 10:00am to 11:15am
In this training, attendees will learn about accessibility testing tools and methods to ensure websites meet web accessibility requirements and standards. Also, an introduction to text to speech or screen reader technology and how screen readers are essential to allow users who are blind or visually impaired to access information. Read more about Accessibility Testing Tools & Screen Readers
Canva vs PowerPoint Infographics
Thursday, April 14, 2022 - 1:30pm to 2:45pm
This session demonstrates the difference between Canva vs. Microsoft PowerPoint on creating accessible flyers and infographics content. Attendees are encouraged to take an introduction Flyers & Infographics prior to this session to understand the best practices when designing an infographic. Read more about Canva vs PowerPoint Infographics
Social Media Accessibility
Tuesday, April 19, 2022 - 10:00am to 11:00am
The more people use social media to connect, the bigger of importance accessibility in social media becomes. Read more about Social Media Accessibility
Web Accessibility
Wednesday, April 20, 2022 - 10:00am to 11:00am
In this training, attendees will learn tips about creating accessible content using CSUN's content management system. Read more about Web Accessibility
