Accessibility
The CTLT offers workshops and drop-in sessions for anyone who is interested in creating accessible materials.
Increasing Accessibility for Video
- Session Format:
- In-person
Explore strategies and solutions, including a variety of tools and supports, from free and do-it-yourself options to professional services. You’ll find practical tips, guidance and best practices for reaching students that experience barriers with video. Join us as we examine both the challenges and opportunities of applying universal design principles in video production.
Upcoming Dates - "Increasing Accessibility for Video"
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- In-person
- Date
- August 20, 2026
- Time
- 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
Facilitators
Accessibility Drop-Ins
- Session Format:
- Online
- Series:
Are you interested in making your course materials more accessible and barrier free for all learners? Join us for an informal drop-in where you can chat with accessibility consultants, educational designers, and colleagues about accessibility. The accessibility drop-ins are for anyone who is developing course content or open educational resources (OER) and who is curious (more…)
Upcoming Dates - "Accessibility Drop-Ins"
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- Online
- Date
- August 25, 2026
- Time
- 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Facilitators
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Will Engle
Strategist, Open Education Initiatives, CTLT -
Bosung Kim
Learning Design Consultant, CTLT -
AC Deger
OER Support Pilot Strategist; UBC Centre for Accessibility
Transforming Materials into Accessible Formats with the SensusAccess Pilot
- Session Format:
- Online
Discover how SensusAccess can simplify the process of converting documents into accessible formats, helping to remove barriers and improve access to information for all learners. In this 30-minute show-and-tell session, we’ll explore key features, share practical tips for creating more accessible content, and demonstrate how SensusAccess can help save time while supporting inclusive teaching and learning.
Upcoming Dates - "Transforming Materials into Accessible Formats with the SensusAccess Pilot"
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- Online
- Date
- September 23, 2026
- Time
- 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Facilitators
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Michael Antunes
Workplace Accessibility Specialist, Human Resources
Grading Smarter, Not Harder: Efficient Grading and Feedback in Canvas
- Session Format:
- Online
Discover how Canvas SpeedGrader can streamline grading and feedback workflows while supporting a more accessible and efficient evaluation process. In this 30-minute show-and-tell session, we’ll explore key features, share practical tips for providing meaningful feedback, and demonstrate how SpeedGrader can help save time while enhancing the student experience.
Upcoming Dates - "Grading Smarter, Not Harder: Efficient Grading and Feedback in Canvas"
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- Online
- Date
- October 28, 2026
- Time
- 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Facilitators
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Bosung Kim
Learning Design Consultant, CTLT -
Leah Watson
Workplace Accessibility Specialist, Centre for Workplace Accessibility
Understanding Built-In Accessibility Features of Windows and iOS Environments
- Session Format:
- Online
Discover how built-in accessibility features in Windows and iOS can support more flexible, sustainable, and efficient ways of working, teaching, learning, and communicating. In this 30-minute show-and-tell session, we’ll explore a range of built-in tools that can help users access information in ways that align with their preferences, strengths, and changing needs. Through live demonstrations, participants will learn how features such as text-to-speech, Read Aloud, Immersive Reader, and browser-based reading tools can support focus, comprehension, productivity, and accessibility for everyone.
Upcoming Dates - "Understanding Built-In Accessibility Features of Windows and iOS Environments"
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- Online
- Date
- November 23, 2026
- Time
- 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Facilitators
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Bosung Kim
Learning Design Consultant, CTLT -
Michael Antunes
Workplace Accessibility Specialist, Human Resources -
Alexandria Dupont
Workplace Accessibility Specialist, Centre for Workplace Accessibility