Creating Accessible Documents
Maximizing flexibility is the key. Providing an electronic version of a presentation that is presented visually in class, or of a handout that is distributed in hard copy, is a good idea for several reasons. Universal Design formats of electronic versions of documents give end users the ability to:
Microsoft Word or other word processors are often used to create all kinds of documents, many of which are then turned into PDF. There are best practices that make a big difference in how usable the resulting content will be.
For detailed information on how to use features within various versions of Word Processing programs check resources like these:
Creating more Accessible PDF
Adobe Acrobat Accessibility Training Resources The Adobe Accessibility training site has a lot of great videos and step by step instructions for completing common tasks.
UAA Faculty Video Tutorial (captioned) The key steps to creating accessible PDF are demonstrated in a captivate tutorial.
UAA PDF Quick Tip Handout The key steps to creating accessible PDF are illustrated in a printable handout.