Full course description
Term: Fall 2026
Date: October 23rd, 2026
Time: 12:00 to 1:00 p.m.
Location: Online Only
Instructor: Navya Rao Somolu
Presented By: Technology-enhanced Learning and Online Strategies (TLOS)
Description:
This session introduces developers to the core principles of web accessibility and provides practical techniques for creating experiences that are usable by everyone.
Participants will learn how to apply semantic HTML, build keyboard-accessible interfaces, create accessible forms, use ARIA appropriately, and understand how assistive technologies such as screen readers interact with web content. The session will also cover common accessibility issues found during development, demonstrate effective testing approaches using automated and manual techniques, and highlight best practices aligned with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG).