blackboard 9.1 accessibility standards

by Cynthia Volkman DDS 6 min read

As Blackboard Learn 9.1 is a web application, the following standards specifically apply: All Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.0 Level A and Level AA, available at

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How do I check for accessibility on blackboard?

Find accessibility scores in the Ultra Course View On the Course Content page, find the file you want to improve. In the More Options menu, select Edit. Next to Accessibility score, an icon appears to quickly show the file's accessibility score.

What is screen reader mode in Blackboard?

Screen readers Blackboard Learn has created a Screen Reader Tutorial to provide users who access the application through a screen reader with information to help them use the system successfully.

How do I make my canvas accessible?

Here are some of the most significant ways you can improve the accessibility of your Canvas courses:Use the Ally tool.Add alternative text to images.Use heading styles and lists.Make accessible color choices.Use captioned videos.Use accessible documents.Learn more about accessibility.Nov 16, 2021

How do I access Blackboard Learn?

To access Blackboard Learn, first make sure you are using the recommended browser, Google Chrome or Mozilla FireFox.Go to the Blackboard Learn site.Enter your username and password. Your username is your 8-digit NWTC ID number. Your password is the password that you created upon registration.

Is Moodle accessible?

Moodle is designed to provide equal functionality and information to all people. This means that there should be no barriers for people regardless of disabilities, assistive technologies that are used, different screen sizes and different input devices (e.g. mouse, keyboard and touchscreen).Nov 12, 2021

What is canvas accessibility?

Introduction. The Accessibility Checker is a powerful tool within Canvas' Rich Content Editor that allows you to run a quick accessibility test on content you have created within the Editor, including text, images, and hyperlinks.Apr 19, 2019

Is Canva accessible?

Canva is not accessible, but you can use it to make images to import. Graphics should have meaningful alternative text that describes the visuals. Can we email or publish to a webpage only an image? technologies can't convert images into words/text.

Does Canvas have accessibility features?

Canvas has a built in Accessibility Checker within the Rich Content Editor that prompts users of WCAG A/AA success criterion errors.

How do I use Blackboard on my computer?

1:033:59How to Use BlackBoard Collaborate [Windows Demo] - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipAfter you enroll in an online course you will receive an email like this click the link that saysMoreAfter you enroll in an online course you will receive an email like this click the link that says join blackboard session and your file will automatically.

How do I access Blackboard Collaborate?

Access a course, tap Collaborate under Course Materials, and select a session. The Course Room is a default session in Collaborate Ultra. If your instructor disables this room, it will appear in the app as Locked. Tap an available session to launch it in your device's mobile browser.

Is Blackboard Learn Free?

Blackboard Learn pricing starts at $9500.00 per year. They do not have a free version. Blackboard Learn offers a free trial.Jan 25, 2022