There are many resources at your fingertips to help you get started with accessibility or help you with a specific problem. If you’re new to accessibility, the accessibility basics page is a great place to begin.
Feel free to browse the many pages on this accessibility website. They work together to connect you with the resources and guidance that Utah State has to offer. You will also find directions that will help you make your classroom, course, or program a place that’s enjoyable and productive for everyone.
Accessibility Fundamentals
There are many ways to make your physical and digital content more accessible and usable for everyone. Most of the topics below apply to a wide range of situations. Follow the links to learn practical steps for improving accessibility.
- Accessible Events: Learn the principles and practices that make online and in-person events accessible.
- Alt Text Basics: Alt text is a vital part of making digital documents and web pages more usable. It’s especially important for screen reader users.
- Accessible Podcasts: Learn how to make podcasts accessible by providing transcripts, clear audio, and accessible media players.
- Color and Accessibility: Poor contrast between text or graphic elements and the background can make it difficult to read and understand digital content. There are simple things you can do to make sure you’re using proper contrast on your web pages and documents.
- Computer Lab Accessibility: Find campus computer labs with JAWS assistive technology and learn where accessible workstations are located.
- Headings: Headings help organize content and make pages easier to navigate for all users, especially those using screen readers.
- Keyboard Accessibility: Not everyone uses a mouse. Learn simple steps to make sure your content works for people who navigate with a keyboard.
- Link Accessibility: Links should always be formatted in ways that make them as usable, functional, and intuitive as possible.
- List Accessibility: Properly structured lists help users understand and navigate information more easily.
- Table Accessibility: You should consider several things when you’re creating tables. By following certain principles, you can be sure they’re as accessible to your audience as possible.
- Zoom Accessibility: Learn how to make Zoom meetings, webinars, and recordings accessible.
