Sensitize and Qualify University Teachers for Digital Accessibility

Abstract

University teachers face new challenges, particularly in the context of digital teaching and learning. However, teachers often encounter obstacles in implementing digital accessibility in their teaching. One of the challenges is disproportionate additional time effort as well as technical and didactic compatibility issues. The SHUFFLE project aims to support teachers with their needs in designing accessible digital teaching concepts through a material package based on the concept of Universal Design for Learning. The package includes checklists, guides, and a knowledge database, which covers various aspects related to digital teaching – accessible to everyone. The checklists offer advice and assistance on technical and didactic requirements, and the guidelines provide detailed instructions for implementation The knowledge database provides additional information on other aspects of making digital teaching accessible. The material is available in German and English under the Creative Commons license CCBY.