Canvas Accessibility Resources

Canvas "is committed to ensuring its products are inclusive and meet the diverse accessibility needs of our users." However, it is the instructor's responsibility to make their content accessible using Canvas. View the Canvas resources below to learn how to do so.

Start Here: Accessibility Essentials

Begin with these key resources to understand expectations and quick wins:

• Making Canvas Course Sites Accessible Webinar Recording
• WCAG 2.1 Level AA Accessibility Standards in Canvas (General Accessibility and Video Content Tips)
• Canvas Course Accessibility Checklist

Build Accessible Content in Canvas

Use these resources as you create and organize course materials:

• Adding Alt Text to Images in Canvas
• Adding Headings in Canvas
• Adding Table Headings in Canvas
• Utilize Canvas’ Accessibility Checker
  • Accessibility Checker Demonstration Video

Make Media & Videos Accessible

Ensure your videos and multimedia are accessible to all students:

• Enable Closed Captions for Canvas Studio Videos
• Add Captions to VoiceThread(Instructor Instructions)
  • Enable Captions in VoiceThread(Student Instructions)

Explore More

For deeper learning and course refinement:

• Canvas-ability: Design Accessible Content in Canvas Video
• Create Accessible Courses with Canvas
• What Are the Canvas Accessibility Standards