Reach out to the ODA Training Team to schedule a short consultation. During this brief meeting, we’ll learn more about the types of digital content you create and discuss which digital accessibility topics you would like to explore. The topics are flexible and can be customized to meet your individual or departmental needs.

Trainings and workshops are not limited to just one topic—they can be combined or scheduled as a series, depending on your availability and interests.

Following the consultation, we will work with you to schedule a session or a full series. Workshops and trainings can be delivered in person or virtually, and you’re welcome to invite others from your department or across campus to join.

After your session is complete, our team will follow up by email with any additional resources or support you may need.

Training and Workshop Topics

  • Intro to Digital Accessibility
    Get a foundational understanding of digital accessibility, including key concepts and an overview of faculty and staff responsibilities under Title II and the UIS Digital Accessibility Policy.
  • Best Practices in Content Accessibility
    Learn the core principles of creating accessible content in a platform-neutral way—this session focuses on essential skills that apply across tools and formats.
  • Document Accessibility
    Discover how to design accessible documents using tools like Microsoft Word and Google Docs, with practical steps to make content usable for everyone.
  • Presentation Accessibility
    Learn how to design accessible slide decks using tools like PowerPoint and Google Slides. This session covers best practices for text, visuals, color contrast, reading order, and more—so your presentations are inclusive and effective for all audiences.
  • PDF Accessibility
    Understand how to create and check accessible PDFs that work well with assistive technologies.
  • Captions & Video Accessibility
    Explore how to make your videos more inclusive by adding accurate captions and applying accessible design practices to multimedia content.
  • Any other topic that interests you
    Looking for something specific? Let us know your needs and we’ll tailor a session to match.

Upcoming Events

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COLRS/ODA Workshop
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