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St. Cloud State University is committed to creating inclusive learning for all students, in line with ADA Title II. Faculty can ensure accessibility by using Microsoft 365’s Accessibility Checker, clear headings, readable fonts, high-contrast colors, descriptive alt text, accurate captions, and keyboard-friendly design.

Accessibility improves usability for everyone and supports Universal Design for Learning. Quick steps: check accessibility, add alt text, enable captions, and structure conten

This article provides step-by-step instructions on how to enable transcription in a Microsoft Teams meeting. Transcription allows participants to view a live transcript of the meeting, which can be useful for notetaking and accessibility purposes.

This article outlines IT procurement requirements for ensuring software accessibility compliance. Vendors must provide either an Accessibility Conformance Report (ACR) from a VPAT template or an Accessibility Statement detailing product features and limitations. This documentation helps organizations verify software accessibility for users with disabilities, promoting inclusivity while ensuring legal compliance.

Quickly improve documents with Microsoft Accessibility Checker, built into Office apps, to flag and fix accessibility issues—supporting ADA Title II (2026) and WCAG 2.1 AA compliance while saving time and promoting equity.

This knowledge base guide helps St. Cloud State University faculty and staff learn how to create, test, and remediate accessible PDFs using Adobe Acrobat Pro to meet ADA Title II, WCAG 2.1 AA, and PDF/UA standards. It provides installation guidance and a curated sequence of Adobe training resources that progress from foundational accessibility concepts to advanced verification and compliance practices.

To ensure PDFs are accessible, use Adobe Acrobat Pro's Accessibility Checker to identify and fix common issues. Open the PDF, search for "Accessibility Check" in the tools menu, and run the scan. Review bolded issue categories and fix them—ideally in the original source file for better long-term accessibility.

This guide explains how to check and fix accessibility issues in Microsoft 365 (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) using the built-in Accessibility Checker. Open your document, go to the Review tab, and select Check Accessibility. Review errors, warnings, and tips, and fix them directly in the source file. Also, add a document title (required for PDFs) and enable document structure tags when saving as a PDF to ensure the file remains accessible to screen readers.

Making TeamDynamix articles accessible ensures all users, including those with disabilities, can access support content. This guide explains the importance of accessibility and how to use the WAVE tool to find and fix common issues like missing alt text or poor contrast. For help, watch the tutorial or submit a support request.

This resource outlines the university’s commitment to achieving digital accessibility compliance with ADA Title II regulations by April 2026. It provides training opportunities, including the ADA National Network OCR Video Series, upcoming workshops, and key resources like the ADA Title II Fact Sheet, supporting ongoing accessibility improvements and compliance efforts.

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Make accessibility a habit. Includes a list of commonly used tools and features and links to websites for detailed steps on how to create accessible content.

This article provides step-by-step instructions on how to enable transcription in a Zoom meeting. Transcription allows participants to view a live transcript of the meeting, which can be useful for note-taking and accessibility purposes.