Accessible Technology Initiative
Accessible Technology Initiative at Sonoma State
Vision:
To create a culture of access for an inclusive learning and working environment.
Mission:
Develop guidelines, implementation strategies, tools and resources to support teaching and learning.
Principle:
Apply universal design, an approach to the design of products and services to be usable by the greatest number of people including those with disabilities.
Strategy:
Encourage collaboration to affect changes that will ultimately benefit all.
What Can I Do As a Faculty Member?
• Review the Americans with Disability Act and Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act
• Make textbook decisions early
• Use accessible multimedia instructional materials (e.g. closed-caption video)
• Post instructional materials and lecture outlines online whenever possible
• Present course materials using a variety of media (e.g. visual aids)
• Incorporate the principles of Universal Design for Learning when developing a new course or redesigning a current one
• Attend workshops to learn how to make websites accessible
• Attend workshops to learn how to create accessible Word, Powerpoint and PDF files
• Visit the Accessibility Training page for a listing of workshops
What Can I Do As a Staff Member?
• Review the Americans with Disability Act and Section 508 standards
• Attend workshops on creating accessible documents and websites
• Create a work environment that promotes the creation of accessible programs, services and documents
• Familiarize yourself with the resources provided by Disability Services for Students
• When developing website or publications, include photos of individuals with disabilities interacting with peers without disabilities
• Incorporate Section 508 guidelines in all aspects of event planning (e.g. marketing, logistics, technical elements, content, etc.)
• Include a statement on department materials, event registration forms, websites, etc. encouraging students who have questions (e.g. accommodation, etc.) to contact the department for clarification and solutions
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