Overview
The following is a list of potential required technologies for online or blended courses at UWF, along with links to the accessibility statements for those technologies. If you need help locating the accessibility statement for a particular technology, please contact the Center for Teaching, Learning, and Technology at facultysupport@uwf.edu. This information addresses Quality Matters course design standard 8.2: Information is provided about the accessibility of all technologies required in the course.
List of Potential Required Technologies
| Tool | Description | Accessibility Statement | Special Accommodations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canvas (Instructure) | Learning Management System (LMS) for course delivery and management. | Instructure Accessibility | Supports screen readers, keyboard navigation, and offers accessibility documentation. |
| Cengage (MindLinks) | Integrates Cengage course content with Canvas courses. | Cengage Accessibility | Offers alternative format requests for students with disabilities. |
| GoReact | Allows students to record and upload speeches for assessments. | GoReact Accessibility | Complies with Section 508; supports screen readers and closed captioning. |
| Labster | Provides online lab simulations and assessments. | Labster Accessibility | Implements universal design principles; offers flexible learning environments. |
| LinkedIn Learning | Online educational platform with various courses. | LinkedIn Accessibility | Offers closed captioning and supports screen readers. |
| Lumen Learning | Offers digital courseware and professional development resources. | Lumen Accessibility | Provides accessible materials; recommends contacting support for specific needs. |
| MATLAB Grader | Browser-based environment for creating MATLAB coding problems. | MATLAB Accessibility | Supports screen readers and keyboard navigation. |
| McGraw-Hill Connect | Integrates McGraw-Hill content with Canvas courses. | McGraw-Hill Accessibility | Offers VPATs and accessibility support documentation. |
| Panopto | Provides video recording and closed-captioning tools. | Panopto Accessibility | Offers captions, screen reader support, and keyboard accessibility. |
| Pearson MyLab and Mastering | Integrates Pearson lab and simulation content with Canvas. | Pearson Accessibility | Provides accessible content and alternative formats upon request. |
| Perusall | Social learning platform integrated with LMSs. | Perusall Accessibility | Offers features like Open Dyslexic Font, dark mode, and resizable interface. |
| Respondus LockDown Browser & Monitor | Secure browser for online exams. | Respondus Accessibility | Supports screen readers and keyboard navigation; offers accessibility documentation. |
| Soomo Learning Webtext Tool | Interactive webtext tool adaptable to instructor needs. | Soomo Accessibility | Meets WCAG 2.1AA standards; provides inclusive learning experiences. |
| TK20 (Watermark) | Data management and learning outcomes assessment system. | Watermark Accessibility | Incorporates best-in-class accessibility practices; supports assistive technologies. |
| Turnitin | Tool to check originality of written materials. | Turnitin Accessibility | Provides VPATs and supports screen readers. |
| WileyPLUS | Digital learning platform integrating with LMSs. | Wiley Accessibility | Offers accessible products and supports assistive technologies. |
| YouTube | Video-sharing platform used for educational content. | YouTube Accessibility | Supports screen readers and keyboard shortcuts; offers captions. |
| Zoom | Video conferencing tool integrated with Canvas. | Zoom Accessibility | Provides live transcription, screen reader support, and keyboard accessibility. |
| zyBooks | Web-native interactive STEM content platform. | zyBooks Accessibility | Offers accessibility mode with increased contrast and screen reader support. |