Join us for an discussion of the RISE Act RISE Act funding for campuses and Social vs. Medical Model of Accessibility During this session there will be an overview of the MN RISE Act and implications for MSUM. We will also discuss two prominent perspectives on accessibility – the Social and Medical Models of Disability. Monday, February 24th from 12-1 PM […]
Join an Accessibility Lunch-n-Learn on Nov. 18 at noon Location LI 124 & https://minnstate.zoom.us/j/94744009985 This session will focus on accessible classrooms at MSUM and accessible presentations. Topics will include: current accessible classroom features, accessible teaching aids and materials, communication techniques, strategies for inclusive participation, and more. Come listen, share, and discuss! All are welcome! Lunch of soup, dessert, and coffee […]
WebAIM (Web Accessibility in Mind), a non-profit organization providing web accessibility training, was founded in 1999 at Utah State University’s Center for Persons with Disabilities. The organization is widely considered a leading expert in web and online document accessibility. In celebration of their 25th anniversary, WebAIM has compiled 25 Accessibility Tips to Celebrate 25 Years. Check out their tips to […]
Accessibility Lunch-n-Learn Monday, October 21 at Noon. Location LI 124 & https://minnstate.zoom.us/j/94744009985 Soup and desert will be served. This session will focus on planning accessible events at MSUM. Topics will include: identifying and removing barriers to participation, providing accommodations, inclusive communication strategies, and more. Come listen, share, and discuss! All are welcome! The Office of Online Learning is hosting a […]
Accessibility Checkers are available in Word, PowerPoint, and the HTML Editor in D2L Brightspace. Though not all accessibility requirements and practices are inspected in the checkers, it is a great tool to use to help ensure you have met many necessary elements. Learn how to run the Accessibility Checker tools. Please contact Online Learning at support@mnstate.edu or 218.477.2603 (option 2) […]