Accessibility is an ongoing journey, and along the way it’s easy to encounter misunderstandings or outdated information. Let’s take a look at a few common accessibility myths and the truth behind them. Myth #1 Myth: Individual faculty members can be personally sued if their course materials are not accessible. Truth: Accessibility is an institutional responsibility. While faculty and staff play […]
Accessibility isn’t a destination you reach once and then leave behind. It’s an ongoing journey of learning, improving, and creating experiences that work for everyone. Whether you’re creating web content, developing documents, planning events, posting videos, or designing forms, accessibility should be considered throughout the process, not just at the end. While accessibility requirements and deadlines help guide our work, […]
When creating a form for employees, students, or the public, accessibility starts long before you select a platform. The best form solution is the one that helps users complete their task easily, efficiently, and with minimal barriers. While fillable PDFs can be a good option in certain situations, they are not always the best choice. In many cases, a web-based […]
Dragon Community, Our MSUM Digital Accessibility Subcommittee would like to share the most current update related to digital accessibility compliance. On Monday, 4/20, the U.S. Department of Justice extended the current ADA Title II digital accessibility compliance deadline. The deadline has shifted from April 24, 2026, to April 26, 2027. While this extension provides additional time, it does not change […]
We’re announcing the upcoming launch of Accessibility+, a new tool in D2L Brightspace that helps faculty create more accessible course content with less manual work. Accessibility+ provides automated checks and quick fixes to support compliance with the updated ADA Title II and WCAG 2.1 AA standards. What to Expect A short demonstration video is available if you’d like an early […]