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Syllabus Templates
Instructors wondering how to get started can focus on one document – the syllabus. Below are some online resources to find and use a syllabus template.
Live Zoom Sessions
The following topics will be offered throughout Spring 2025 and beyond. Pick a date that works for you.
HR BUILD Accessibility Series
- Accessibility 101 (HR BUILD)
- Accessibility 102: Microsoft Word (HR BUILD)
- Accessibility 103: PowerPoint (HR BUILD)
IT Accessibility
- Canvas Course Accessibility
- DOJ Rule on Web/App Accessibility
- Excel and Accessible Charts
- Image Description: From ALT Text to Long Description
- Math Equation Tools and Accessibility
- PDF Accessibility: The Beginning
- PowerPoint Accessible Slides
- Video Accessibility
- Word Accessible Syllabus Templates
- Word Accessibility Basics
Drop-In Sessions
Commonwealth Campus Inclusive Teaching
Sessions include accessibility and Universal Design for Learning. See the Inclusive Teaching schedule for dates, time and registration.
Schreyer Institute for Teaching Excellence
See the Schreyer Institute Events page for opportunities to learn about accessibility and the Universal Design for Learning framework.
Online Tutorials
Accessibility Learning Path
The Accessibility Learning Path includes online, self-paced tutorials in multiple topics. Certificates can also be earned. Current topics include:
- Introduction to Accessibility
- Canvas Accessibility
- Microsoft Word
- PowerPoint
- Web Site Testing
- Introduction to PDF Accessibility
Linked In Learning
The Penn State LinkedIn Learning licensed tutorials offer a number of unique accessibility topics (see list below). See the Penn State 2021 Accessibility Playlist for specific suggestions.
Topics include:
- Accessibility Design Principles
- PDF (Intro and Advanced)
- HTML and Accessibility
- InDesign and EPUB or PDF
World Campus Faculty Development
World Campus offers multiple courses on accessibility, accommodation and Universal Design for Learning. Go to the World Campus Online Learning catalog to register for a course.
External References
These references provide information on different aspects of accessibility.
Last Update: November 26, 2024