In this episode of Simon Says Educate, we invited Brady Hageman, the LMS administrator for the college, to share insights on enhancing the accessibility of online courses through platforms like Canvas. The primary issue tackled during this conversation revolves around the common challenges students face when logging into Canvas. Brady suggests proactive solutions such as logging into their email first to help alleviate the problem of password expiry.
We discussed the implications on students and the need to simplify processes for a seamless user experience. Shortening login credentials and promoting the use of copy-paste were among the highlighted strategies. Furthermore, we stress the importance of harnessing existing resources like the accessibility report, as well as learning from fellow educators who've mastered the art of creating compelling and user-friendly Canvas courses.
Our podcast aims to facilitate a shift in perspective, encouraging educators to see things from the students' point of view. We emphasize the importance of the Teaching and Learning Center (TLC) at Clover Park Technical College as a critical resource hub for educators to improve their pedagogical approach. We hope that our listeners walk away from this episode with a renewed commitment to improving accessibility in their courses, and the knowledge to make it happen.
