Digital Accessibility DRAFT

Accessible slide design improves comprehension for all audiences, including those using screen readers or alternative navigation methods. Applying accessible templates, maintaining logical reading order and providing descriptive alternative text ensures that visual information is conveyed clearly and consistently. Thoughtful slide design also benefits audiences that are viewing presentations on smaller screens or in low-bandwidth environments.

Creating Accessible PowerPoint Slides   |   Adding Alternative Text in PowerPoint

Live captions and accessible email settings support inclusive communication. Captions benefit participants who are deaf or hard of hearing, as well as those attending meetings in noisy or shared environments. Accessible email formatting improves readability across devices and ensures that critical information is not lost due to visual or structural barriers.

Improve Email Accessibility   |   Claw Mail Accessibility Settings   |   Enable Live Captions in MS Teams

Zoom accessibility features support inclusive participation in live meetings and instruction. Captioning, interpreter views and transcript options ensure that all participants can engage meaningfully, regardless of hearing ability or learning preference. Using these features proactively fosters a more welcoming and equitable virtual environment.

Manage Zoom Caption Display Options   |   Enable Manual Captions For Zoom   |   Enable Live Captions in Zoom

Images should serve a clear instructional purpose and include descriptive alternative text. Alternative text allows screen reader users to understand the meaning and context of visual content. Well-written descriptions enhance comprehension and ensure that images contribute to learning rather than creating barriers.

Tables must be structured in a way that allows assistive technologies to interpret relationships between data correctly. Proper headers and logical organization ensure that information remains meaningful when accessed non-visually. Accessible tables support clarity, comprehension and data accuracy for all users.

Creating Video Content

Accessible video content minimizes cognitive and physical strain for viewers. Avoiding flashing imagery reduces the risk of seizure, while clear audio and deliberate pacing improve understanding for all audiences. Thoughtful production choices also enhance the accuracy of automated captions and support audiences who rely on playback controls to manage learning speed.

Publishing Video Content

Videos that include audio must provide captions and/or transcripts. Captions support learners who are deaf or hard of hearing and benefit non-native speakers, multitasking viewers and those reviewing content in sound-sensitive environments. Providing transcripts further increases accessibility by allowing audiences to review material in text-based formats. Learn how to caption videos automatically using Kaltura. ((MISSING LINK?))