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Course Description

Offered by the LSU Online & Continuing Education team, this course introduces the core concepts of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and the laws and standards of accessibility in higher education. The course aims to equip participants with the basic guidelines and tools for making course content accessible and universal.

Participants have the flexibility to use this course as a resource, allowing them to browse through the content at their own pace, gaining insights and knowledge on accessibility and UDL. Alternatively, if they are seeking formal recognition of their achievement, they can choose to complete all the activities and assessments to receive a certificate of completion. If they go this route, participants can anticipate spending 8 to 12 hours to complete the course.

This course is only open to faculty and staff employed at an LSU institution. 
You must register for this course using your institutional email address.

Learner Outcomes

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  1. Identify the fundamental concepts of Universal Design for Learning
  2. Explain the ways in which accessibility, usability, and universal design for learning enhances the student learning experience
  3. Summarize the legal standards that apply to accessibility in online environments
  4. Evaluate course materials for accessibility barriers (e.g. checklists, guidelines, standards, accessibility checker)
  5. Apply accessibility guidelines to accessibility scenarios
  6. Develop an action plan to address accessibility barriers
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Section Title
Designing and Teaching Accessible Courses
Section Schedule
Online self-paced
Instruction Method
Course Fee(s)
Faculty PD non-credit $0.00
Section Notes

This course is only open to faculty and staff employed at an LSU institution.     
You must register for this course using your institutional email address.

English Proficiency Requirements

Continuing Education Programs

Continuing Education (CE) courses and programs offered online through LSU Online & Continuing Education typically include a combination of lecture and discussion as well as reading and writing assignments. You need an adequate command of English in all skill areas (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) to participate in classes.

If English is not your native language, you must meet one of the English language proficiency requirements below to be successful in our CE programs. If you intend to register for a CE course or program, you can determine whether you meet English proficiency requirements by self-assessment prior to enrolling. We want to empower you, the learner, to progress successfully. Completing this self-assessment will enable you to make a good decision on whether you can complete one of our programs.

Intermediate English Skills

Most CE professional development courses and programs require at least intermediate English skills, which are equivalent to a B2 level of English language proficiency on the Self-Assessment Form. When assessing yourself, be sure to read through each of the categories under Column B2 to make sure you meet proficiency requirements.

Advanced English Skills

Online Distance Learning courses and microcreds are for-credit courses and might require more advanced English skills, equivalent to a C1 level on the Learner Self-Assessment Form. Be sure to read through each of the categories under Column C1 to make sure you meet proficiency requirements.

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