• Add Headings: When adding text in announcements, modules, or pages, use the “Paragraph” dropdown to apply Heading 1, Heading 2, etc.

• Include Descriptive Titles: Use descriptive hyperlinks and easily identifiable names for files and navigating content.

• Apply Accessible HTML: Use the options available in the editor toolbar to automatically apply accessible HTML to content pages. For example, the list option will create numbered lists instead of manually adding numbers. Using Insert Stuff when adding images helps ensure effective alternative text is included.

• By Quiz Or By Student: Use the “Classlist” or “Quizzes” tool to apply accommodations like extended time or different due dates for individual students.

• Address Accommodation Requests: Supports students with approved testing or submission accommodations without affecting others.

• Organize Concepts: Break up content into weekly or topic-based modules, and use consistent naming conventions.

• Easier Navigation: Consider the use of module guides to make it easier for all students to locate materials and reduce cognitive load.

• Automatically Caption: Turn on D2L’s automatic captioning when uploading or embedding audio/video so students have immediate access to captions.

• Support UDL: Can support Universal Design for Learning for assignments and discussions through giving students an alternative option to access the information shared in videos based on their needs.

• Check the Gauge Color & Score: A green or higher score means your file is accessible; lower scores (yellow and red) highlight areas needing improvement.

• Only visible to the instructor: Students will only see a blue icon for alternative formats. They do not see scores or gauge colors.

• Click the Score for Feedback: Select the gauge to view detailed accessibility issues and step-by-step remediation guidance.

• Make fixes instantly: Several types of accessibility issues can be resolved directly in Panorama after following instructions and applying changes.

• Support Diverse Learning Needs: Students can download course materials in formats like audio, Braille, and ePub to match their preferred way of learning. Offering a variety of file format options help all learners engage with content on different devices and in different environments.

• No Extra Formats Needed: Panorama automatically generates these formats, so accessibility support is built-in without additional effort.

• View Overall Accessibility Trends: Course reports provide a snapshot of accessibility scores across all course materials, helping you see where improvements are most needed in regard to accessibility.

• Identify High-Impact Issues: Reports highlight the most common accessibility barriers so that you can prioritize the fixes that benefit the most students.

• Apply OCR to Scanned PDFs: Convert scanned or image-based PDFs into searchable, readable text so screen readers and other assistive technologies can access the content.

• Tag Structural Elements: Automatically add semantic tags such as headings, paragraphs, lists, and tables to provide meaningful document structure and improve navigation.

• Adjust Reading Order of Elements: Adjust the reading sequence of content to ensure information is presented in a logical, linear order for users of assistive technology.

PDF Structural Remediation Max Guide

• Automatically Address Issues: AutoPilot applies automated corrections to supported file types to address some accessibility barriers, helping improve overall accessibility with minimal manual effort.

• Accelerate Remediation: AutoPilot enables bulk, automated fixes across course content to quickly address lower-complexity issues while reserving efforts for more complex materials.

Using YuJa AutoPilot

• Works in Workspace: Each platform requires a separate Extension.

  • Open the file and select Extensions.

  • Under Extensions select Add-ons

  • Select Get Add-ons.

  • Each platform has its own extension.

    • Docs - Grackle Docs

    • Slides - Grackle Slides

    • Sheets - Grackle Sheets

  • Once installed Launch from Extensions.

• Platform Specific Review: Grackle will scan for common issues that are relevant to the platform. For instance, missing headers in a Google Doc versus missing slide titles in Google Slides.

• Step-by-Step Issue Resolution: Receive instructions to fix accessibility issues such as missing alt text, improper headings, and table errors.

• Make Direct Fixes: Many issues include guidance to help users understand what needs to be corrected and will often allow apply fixes from the prompt.

Grackle Video Demonstration

• Structure Tab: Users can directly define and correct the order of headings, lists, table structure, and reading order to ensure content is logically organized.

• Semantic Accuracy: Applied structural elements ensure proper semantic markup, improving navigation and comprehension for screen reader users.

• Accessible PDF Creation: Google Docs and Slides can be exported as tagged PDFs that preserve headings, lists, tables, and alternative text.

• Reduced Post-Export Remediation: Creating accessible PDFs at export minimizes the need for additional fixes with complex tools.

• Enhance Accessibility: Students can listen to course materials read aloud directly within D2L.

• Support Different Learning Styles: Listening to audio supports students with visual, reading, or attention difficulties by helping them engage more effectively with the content. 

• No Extra Setup for Faculty: ReadSpeaker works automatically with course content that you upload, requiring no extra preparation on your part.

• Student-Controlled Settings: Learners can adjust reading speed, voice, and text highlighting to match their specific preferences.

• Customization for Accessibility: Options like enlarged text, text masking, and page simplification help reduce distractions and allow for easier focusing.

• Convert Inaccessible Images: Transforms text within images, scanned PDFs, or screenshots into readable and accessible text.

• Improves Screen Reader Access: Extracted text can be read aloud or used with assistive technologies.

• Active Learning Support: Students can highlight text, add notes, and save key information while listening to content.

• Personalized Study Aids: Annotations can be organized and exported, helping learners review and study more effectively.

• Accessible Engagement: Combines listening and note-taking, supporting diverse learning preferences in one tool.

• Flexible Input Options: Create math using typing, handwriting, or voice dictation without needing LaTeX knowledge.

• Faster Content Development: Easily insert equations, formulas, and notations directly into documents, slides, and LMS content.

• Accessible Output: Equations are generated in a digital, screen-reader–friendly format that supports all learners.

• Accessible Math Reading: Equations created with Equatio can be read aloud by screen readers, making math content accessible to students with visual or reading challenges.

• Supports Comprehension: Hearing equations spoken alongside seeing them helps reinforce understanding for diverse learners.

• Interactive Graphing & Visualization: Insert dynamic graphs with Desmos to help students better understand mathematical relationships.

• Chemistry & Formula Support: Easily add chemical notations, molecular structures, and complex formulas directly into course content.

• Convert Images to Accessible Math: Capture math from textbooks, PDFs, or images and turn it into editable, digital equations.

• Supports Screen Readers: Extracted math is compatible with assistive technology, improving accessibility for students.

• Saves Time for Faculty: Quickly reuse or adapt existing math content without retyping complex notation.