Using Accessibility Checker in D2L Brightspace

Summary

When creating content in any text box editor, the Accessibility Checker ensures that your content is accessible to students who use screen readers and/or can benefit from accessible content.

Information Applies to

Faculty, Staff, Current Students, New Students

To Use the Accessibility Checker

  1. Edit any HTML editor in D2L Brightspace (content, announcement, description).
  2. Locate the Accessibility Checker button in the text box, it looks like a person inside of a circle.
  3. Note if you do note see the checker icon, try these steps:
    1. Click the more actions button in the menu - this looks like three horizontal dots in a line.
    2. Click the expand to full screen button in the menu - this looks like four arrows pointing out to the corners of a square.
  4. Click the Accessibility Checker button to run a check.

The checker will note any issues and how to resolve them. Follow the instructions provided.

accessibility checker icon in D2L

Learn More

[For more information on the accessibility checker, visit the D2L Brightspace Community.

Need additional information or assistance? Contact WSU TLT by email, phone (507.457.5240, option 3), or Zoom.

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