This page provides guidance on creating a basic digital syllabus that aligns with the requirements of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Canvas syllabus (best option)
- Insert headings
- Create descriptive hyperlinks
- Use built-in bulleted and numbered lists
- Create accessible tables (avoid using tables; consider using bulleted lists for non-numerical information)
Microsoft Word syllabus
- Insert titles and headings
- Create descriptive hyperlinks
- Use built-in bulleted and numbered lists
- Create accessible tables (avoid using tables; consider using bulleted lists for non-numerical information)
PDF syllabus (least desirable)
- Create accessible PDFs from Microsoft Word documents
- Check PDFs for accessibility
More on building an accessible syllabus
The video below demonstrates how to build a basic syllabus that complies with the updated Americans with Disability Act (ADA) accessibility standards for digital course materials:
If your syllabus contains components not addressed in the categories above (e.g., videos or images), explore the other options on the Making course materials accessible webpage or consult the Accessible Technologies website.
Need technical support? Contact Accessible Technology Services