Accessible Assessment Materials Checklist (Self-Paced)

Use this checklist to review and improve the accessibility of quizzes, exams, and assessment-related materials in Canvas. You are not expected to fix everything at once.

Start with One Assessment

☐ I selected one quiz, exam, or assignment currently used by students
☐ I confirmed the assessment format (Classic Quiz, assignment, document-based, multimedia-based)

Core Accessibility Requirements

☐ Instructions are clear, explicit, and easy to follow
☐ Content is structured using headings, lists, or tables (not visual formatting alone)
☐ Information is not conveyed by color alone
☐ Any embedded media or documents meet basic accessibility expectations

Images, Tables, and Links

☐ Informative images include alt text
☐ Decorative images are marked as decorative
☐ Tables include row and/or column headers
☐ Link text is descriptive (no “click here” or long URLs)

Question Design & Format

☐ Question prompts clearly state what type of response is expected
☐ “Select all that apply” or multi-question prompts are clearly labeled
☐ I avoided underscores for fill-in-the-blank questions
☐ I used standard question types when possible (MCQ, multiple answer)

Use caution with hot spots, drag-and-drop, and multiple dropdowns.

Math, Media, and Documents

☐ Math or equations use the Canvas equation editor (not screenshots)
☐ Videos include accurate captions
☐ Audio-only content includes a transcript
☐ Documents were checked using the Microsoft Office or PDF accessibility checker

Canvas Accessibility Tools

☐ I used the Canvas Rich Content Editor Accessibility Checker
☐ I reviewed or scanned content using Pope Tech (if applicable)
☐ I addressed at least one flagged issue

Timing, Flexibility, and Accommodations

☐ I reflected on whether time limits are instructionally necessary
☐ I know how to apply Moderate Quiz Settings for extended time
☐ I know when to involve DRES for formal accommodations

Wrap-Up

☐ I improved accessibility for at least one assessment item
☐ I know when to fix issues myself vs. when to request support
☐ I feel confident taking the next step toward accessible assessment design

Reminder

Accessible assessments support fairness, clarity, and learning for all students—not just those with accommodations. Small changes matter.