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35. Accessibility in Action: Practical Steps for Every Faculty Member with Peter Berryman

35. Accessibility in Action: Practical Steps for Every Faculty Member with Peter Berryman

Update: 2025-11-19
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Accessible design isn’t just about meeting requirements; it’s about creating learning experiences that work for everyone. In this episode, Peter Berryman, Director of Digital Instruction at the University System of Georgia Office of Teaching and Learning Excellence, explores what accessibility really looks like in higher education. He shares clear and practical ways faculty can make their materials more inclusive, including structuring documents effectively, using captions thoughtfully, and checking accessibility in Word, PowerPoint, and D2L Brightspace.

Whether you are new to accessibility or ready to take your next step, this conversation offers realistic strategies that make teaching smoother and learning more equitable for all students.

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35. Accessibility in Action: Practical Steps for Every Faculty Member with Peter Berryman

35. Accessibility in Action: Practical Steps for Every Faculty Member with Peter Berryman

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