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Pope Tech

Find and resolve accessibility issues within your Canvas courses.

Pope Tech

Pope Tech is an integrated platform within Canvas that checks and assists with finding and resolving accessibility issues in your courses.

Pope Tech is an integrated platform within Canvas that checks and assists with finding and resolving accessibility issues in your courses.

Get Started

    Screenshot of selecting the Pope Tech option in the Canvas menu.
  1. Click the Sign In button above.
  2. Sign into the Canvas LMS using your èßäÊÓƵapp credentials.
  3. Navigate to the course you wish to evaluate.
  4. In your course navigation menu, click the Pope Tech Accessibility link. This will allow for access to the Pope Tech dashboard in all your courses. 

    5. Screenshot of selecting the Pope Tech option in the editor window.Pope Tech can also be found in your editor when working on assignments, pages, discussion posts, and many other types of content in your course. Look for the Pope Tech logo near Save/Publish buttons to open the accessibility checker.

     

Why is accessibility important?

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Web accessibility is crucial when developing online courses as it ensures that all individuals, regardless of disabilities or limitations, can access and benefit from the content equally. By incorporating accessible design principles, such as providing alternative text for images, captioning videos, using clear and consistent navigation, and accommodating assistive technologies like screen readers, online courses become inclusive learning environments. This inclusivity allows individuals with visual, auditory, motor, or cognitive impairments to engage with course materials effectively, fostering equal opportunities for learning and promoting diversity within the educational landscape. Ultimately, prioritizing web accessibility in online courses creates a more inclusive, equitable, and enriching learning experience for all learners.


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Access and Navigate the Canvas Accessibility Guide

Learn how to access and navigate the Canvas Accessibility Guide using Pope Tech