Creating Accessible Online Courses

Creating online learning experiences that everyone can access is no longer optional—it is a fundamental requirement for modern educators and content creators. If your educational materials are not designed with accessibility in mind, you may unintentionally lock out learners with visual, auditory, cognitive, or motor impairments. This text-based course guides you through the practical steps of building inclusive learning content from the ground up, helping you transition from basic awareness to confidently applying modern accessibility standards to your digital materials. What you'll learn: - Understand foundational web accessibility principles and core WCAG standards. - Structure course texts with semantic formatting and clear typography to support screen readers. - Create high-quality alternative text descriptions for educational charts, tables, and diagrams. - Design content structures with appropriate color contrast and readable layouts. - Apply inclusive writing practices that support neurodiverse learners and improve overall comprehension. - Test your digital learning materials using basic automated tools and manual review checklists. Starting with essential terminology and core ethical frameworks, the course moves step-by-step through text formatting, structural design, and practical verification workflows. This course is designed for beginner instructional designers, educators, and online content creators looking to make their materials inclusive, with no prior technical or coding experience required. Start reading today to build learning experiences that welcome every student.