Instructional Technology staff help faculty solve pedagogical problems or create new learning opportunities through efficient, effective use and support of technology. Tools and services we support include:

We also support blended and online course design and offer workshops and consultations. Professional development services are also available to academic and administrative departments. For additional support, please see the Technology Support Center.

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Make Your Course Media Accessible: Video Captions and Audio Descriptions Support Every Learner

Captioning & Audio Description Tips for Every Instructor

Video can be one of the most effective teaching tools you use, especially when every student can access the content. Captions and audio descriptions boost clarity, reinforce key ideas, and...

Posted: December 8, 2025, 12:56 PM

A human figure with outstretched arms inside a circle of two curved arrows, suggesting movement. Below the figure are two words: digital accessibility.

The Three-Step Framework for Accessible Documents: Reduce, Remake, Remediate

If you can click it, you can fix it.

When it comes to improving digital accessibility, documents and PDFs are often the biggest barrier -- and the biggest opportunity. Whether you're uploading files to Blackboard, sharing materials...

Posted: December 4, 2025, 3:42 PM

Accessible PDFs: Remediation and Creation Tools with Techniques and Tips

Make every PDF readable, usable, and accessible

Digital accessibility is more than a compliance requirement—it's a commitment to ensuring that every member of our community can fully engage with digital content. Accessible PDFs support screen...

Posted: November 18, 2025, 1:56 PM

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