A new feature in the FeedbackFruits (FbFs) Peer Review tool allows students to request an accessible version of the document they are assigned to review. Because peer review might be configured so that submitter and reviewer are anonymous, the request for an accessible version of the document goes to the instructor who manages the request. But wouldn’t it be better if all students were aware of these practices before they begin the assignment? Instructors can use this as an opportunity to reinforce accessibility practices, creating a classroom community that practices accessible practices.
Ensure your assignments are accessible to all students from the start by learning the benefits of accessible design. In order to proactively manage requests for accessible documents and other resources, it is important to model good accessibility practices and encourage your students to do the same.
Accessible Documents
When creating an assignment, include resources that show students how to write an accessible document.
- Learn more about creating documents and PDFs
- Understand how to format headings
- Find guidance in FbFs Writing Accessible Documents
Accessible Images
If students are required to upload an image for an assignment, FbFs does not allow them to add alt text. To ensure the image is accessible to all, make sure students have a comment field to describe the image. When they submit their assignments, reinforce that they should use good descriptive text in the comment area.
- Learn more about alternative text
Accessible Media
If students are required to upload a video (mp4) in FbFs, it will not have a caption track. To ensure the video is accessible to all, have students upload their video to Kaltura, correct the caption, and submit it as a link.
- Share with students how to find and edit captions in Kaltura
- Learn about the closed captioning process in Kaltura
- Understand the importance of creating accessible video and audio