The Canvas Accessibility Checker is a tool created by Canvas that detects common accessibility errors in content created within the Rich Content Editor.
This article only covers the Canvas Accessibility Checker. Learn about the Ally Accessibility Checker here: Ally Accessibility Checker in Canvas
The Canvas Accessibility Checker Does NOT Check All Content
The Canvas Accessibility Checker checks for some of the most common accessibility errors, but it won't check all course content.
Items that are NOT checked:
- Files that were uploaded to Canvas.
- Items you've linked to in Canvas.
- Items added using LTI tools in Canvas.
Only items created using the Rich Content Editor (RCE) in Canvas are checked. The RCE is the text editor available when you create items in Canvas (Pages, Assignments, Discussions, etc.).
Canvas Course Accessibility Checker
The Course Accessibility Checker allows you to check your entire course at once.
Note: The Course Accessibility Checker will only check Pages, Assignments, Discussion Topics, Announcements, and the Syllabus.
Find out more information: How do I use the Accessibility Checker in Canvas?
Canvas Rich Content Editor (RCE) Accessibility Checker
The RCE Accessibility Checker allows you to check one Canvas item at a time. It works automatically while you're adding content to the RCE, so you can use it to make sure your content is accessible while you're creating it.
Find out more information: How do I use the Accessibility Checker in the Rich Content Editor?
Accessibility in Canvas Workshop & Videos
Learn how to use the Canvas and Ally Accessibility Checkers by attending a workshop or watching a video. Note: You will need to log in with your SVSU username and password to sign up for a workshop or to watch a video.
Workshop
Sign up for an Accessibility in Canvas Workshop that includes the Canvas and Ally checkers by logging into the Workshop page: SVSU Workshops
Video
Coming Soon: Accessibility in Canvas Video that includes Canvas and Ally.