As an instructor, you’re probably juggling more file types than you realize: a syllabus in Microsoft Word, lecture slides in PowerPoint, or a scanned reading saved as a PDF. Each one plays a different role in your course, and each one comes with its own accessibility issues to consider. We’ve already covered the fundamentals of […]
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PowerPoint has the potential to be a powerful instructional tool for conveying information and teaching content. However, PowerPoints that live on their own without any context are less useful for learning. PowerPoints are most useful as a supplementary tool alongside input and context from the instructor. It would be tough to try to give a […]
When you are using MS Teams to conduct synchronous lectures, you may need to share your PowerPoint presentation during the meeting. This is also something you can accomplish using the MS Teams mobile app on your phone or tablet, should the need arise. Directions [Length 1:17, CC Available] Have Questions? Need additional support on this […]
When distributing files to students in a Canvas course, you have several options. The best option in most cases is to simply copy information from the file into a Canvas page. This promotes maximum compatibility with different devices and accessibility software, but may need some additional formatting to display correctly. Another benefit is the ability […]