Resources for Designers/Users
It is important to keep in mind that creating accessible content is not only a legal requirement and the right thing to do; it will also improve the experience of all students or members in your Sakai sites!
Sakai Help Documentation
Sakai Accessibility/Creating Accessible Content Help Articles
Quick Reference Handouts (Print only)
General Design References/Articles
White Paper: Making Education Websites Accessible to People with Disabilities
A11y Project - Some information here is a little more technical, but the Quick Tests and Basics sections include links to excellent resources for all.
Guidelines and Examples for Creating Text Alternatives to Images
- Effective Practices for Description of Science Content
- WebAIM: Appropriate Use of Alternative Text
- DIAGRAM Center - Guidelines and Examples of Text Alternatives for Images
Options for converting PDFs
Adobe Acrobat’s native OCR