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Digital accessibility changes for PSU faculty
In April 2024, the U.S. Department of Justice updated Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to set clear requirements for accessible web content and mobile applications used by public entities, including public universities. The rule adopts WCAG 2.1 Level AA as the technical standard. The original compliance date of April 2026, has been extended and the new compliance deadline for PSU is April 26, 2027. Learn more about Title II compliance at PSU.
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Getting started with Panorama at PSU
Get familiar with Panorama in Canvas, including where it appears, what materials it can review, and…
Understanding your Panorama scores and course report
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How to make non-Canvas courses accessible
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How to make accessible audio and video
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How to make accessible spreadsheets with Excel and Google Sheets
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How to make accessible PowerPoints and Google Slides
Explore best practices for creating more inclusive presentations in PowerPoint and Google Slides.
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