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The Accessibility Advantage: Navigating Laws, Guidelines, and Effective Teaching Practices

Explore accessibility laws, WCAG standards, and actionable strategies for creating accessible learning environments.

  • Higher Education
  • Event
  • On-demand
  • Accessibility
  • Education For All
  • 25 Minutes
  • On-Demand Video

Description

Watch McGraw Hill’s webinar designed to equip higher education instructors and administrators with the tools and knowledge to address accessibility in education. Led by Lisa Nicks, CPACC, this session provides actionable insights and resources to help ensure that all students can access course materials and learning platforms.

What you’ll learn:

  • Key accessibility laws and guidelines, including ADA, Section 504, and WCAG principles
  • Practical strategies for ensuring course materials and platforms meet accessibility standards
  • The difference between accessibility and accommodation—and why both are essential
  • How McGraw Hill supports Education for All with accessible resources and tools

Why watch?

  • Gain confidence in navigating accessibility requirements
  • Learn how to audit course materials and platforms for accessibility
  • Discover how McGraw Hill’s commitment to accessibility can support your institution

Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your students’ learning experience!

About Your Speaker

  • Lisa Nicks -

    Lisa Nicks

    Lisa Nicks has been in the higher education division of McGraw Hill for over 30 years. In 2012, she moved into an accessibility role, working with our content production team. Since 2015, Lisa has been the primary point of contact at McGraw Hill for accessibility-related queries, collaborating with internal teams, external stakeholders, and customers to ensure compliance with accessibility standards and enhance user experiences for individuals with disabilities.

    Lisa considers herself the “voice of the customer.” She advocates for accessibility enhancements, provides guidance, and supports the development of accessible materials and processes.

    Lisa is a Certified Accessibility Professional (CPACC) with the International Association of Accessibility Professionals and a member of the Accessibility Rubric program team for 1EdTech.