UMD's Accessible Academic Technology Team invites you to learn one (or more) of the 7 Core Skills of Accessibility during the 2022-23 Academic Year.
By signing the pledge, you are agreeing to participate in some low-stakes activities which will increase your knowledge on digital accessibility.
Low-stakes activities include:
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Attending a live Zoom demonstration hosted by AATT. Meetings will be held on the first Thursday of the month at noon.
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Reviewing a recording of a zoom event. Recordings will be made available on the 2nd Tuesday of the month.
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Exploring digital content on the skill. Content emails will be sent out on the 1st of the month.
The Core Skills of Accessibility schedule will be:
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September: Headings
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October: Lists
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November: Images & Alternative Text
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December: Links
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February: Video & Audio
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March: Color & Contrast
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April: Tables
Please note that you are not limited to learning only one skill.
Questions and comments can be sent to [email protected]
How can I learn more?
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Check out the Accessible U website for more information on digital accessibility
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Enroll in the Digital Accessibility Badging Program.
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Check out the archive of the Digital Accessibility Tips of the Month on the AATT website.
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The Accessible Academic Technology Team is a group of staff, students, & faculty who are working to enhance and develop UMD’s commitment to accessibility and universal design. You can join our group by inquiring with [email protected]