The Microsoft Accessibility Checker is a quick way to improve your documents before sharing them with students and colleagues. Built into Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook, it flags issues like missing alt text, poor color contrast, or unclear structure. Using this tool supports ADA Title II (effective April 2026), WCAG 2.1 AA compliance, accessibility standards for public institutions. Regular use not only ensures equity and access but also saves faculty time when designing accessible materials from the start.
Visit the Faculty Learning Channel to view the video: Using the Accessibility Checker in MS Word
The Office of Civil Rights and ADA Network have produced the OCR Video Series to provide knowledge on specific topics within Accessibility and Digital Accessibility.
Microsoft Support Link: Video: Check Accessibility in Your Document
Check Out More Resources:
· OCR Video Series
· Make Your Content Accessible to Everyone