Blackboard Ally is a tool that integrates with UND's learning management system to help instructors make digital course content more accessible. It supports inclusive learning by offering alternative formats and accessibility insights.
Accessibility: A - Z
The University of North Dakota provides a broad selection of teaching and learning technologies designed to support the diverse needs of faculty, staff, and students. Many of these tools include built-in accessibility features to ensure content is usable by everyone. The Teaching Transformation and Development Academy (TTaDA) is available to help faculty identify and implement the most appropriate technologies for their classrooms, while also offering guidance and support for accessibility.
Explore the resources below to learn more about the accessibility support available for UND's tools and technologies.
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Accessibility Assistance Ticket |
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Accessibility Lab |
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Blackboard Ally |
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Blackboard Ultra |
Blackboard Ultra documents are content pages where instructors can combine text, images, audio, and video into a single, organized lesson or resource. These documents are easy to create and share, helping deliver course materials in a clear, accessible format. |
Deque University |
Deque University is an online training platform focused on digital accessibility. It helps users build knowledge and skills to create accessible web and digital content. |
Excel |
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Infobase |
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JAWS |
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Microsoft Teams |
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NVDA |
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Outlook |
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PDFs |
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PowerPoint |
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Qualtrics |
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Simple Syllabus |
Simple Syllabus is a platform for creating and managing course syllabi that integrates with Blackboard. It’s designed to meet WCAG 2.1 AA accessibility standards. |
Vevox |
Vevox is an interactive polling tool that enables participants to respond to polls and surveys in real time. It integrates with platforms like PowerPoint, Teams, Zoom, and Blackboard, helping educators assess knowledge, maintain attention, gather feedback, and boost participation. |
VoiceOver |
VoiceOver is Apple’s built-in screen reader that enables users to interact with their devices through spoken descriptions and keyboard or braille navigation. |
VoiceThread |
VoiceThread is an interactive platform that allows students and faculty to share and discuss media (e.g. images, videos, PDFs, and more) using text, audio, and video comments. It offers flexible participation options that promote accessibility for diverse learners. |
Word |
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YuJa |
All students, faculty, and staff have access to a personal YuJa account, allowing them to host video content and record video lectures for curriculum use. YuJa automatically applies various accessibility features to videos upon upload, with options for further modifications to enhance accessibility. |
Zoom |
All UND students, faculty, and staff have access to a personal Zoom account with a pro-level license, providing robust tools to create an inclusive virtual environment. Zoom offers a range of accessibility features designed to support individuals with diverse needs. |