The Irony of Inclusion and Accessibility Statements

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Chronicle of Higher education article with recommendations on centering accountability in DEI statements.

Article from Inside Higher Education, which calls for faculty to rethink their inclusion and accessibility statements in their syllabi which points to several elements beyond the content to focus on.

Chronicle of Higher education article with recommendations on centering accountability in DEI statements.

The misuse of colour in science communication

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Chronicle of Higher education article with recommendations on centering accountability in DEI statements.

This publication details how commonly used color maps distort perception for all readers and how they may make visualizations unreadable or misleading for those with color vision deficiencies. The artilce includes recommendations for improved color mappings.

Chronicle of Higher education article with recommendations on centering accountability in DEI statements.

Accessibility Toolkit for Museum Digital Engagement

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Chronicle of Higher education article with recommendations on centering accountability in DEI statements.

ASTC developed this toolkit–with the help of several contributors–to provide concrete guidance on how to ensure that digital programs and experiences are accessible to a wide range of individuals, including those with disabilities. Although it’s oriented toward museum and science center interpreters, it’s got lots of valuable information for science communicators of all stripes.

Chronicle of Higher education article with recommendations on centering accountability in DEI statements.

Job Accommodation Network

Chronicle of Higher education article with recommendations on centering accountability in DEI statements.

The Job Accommodation Network (JAN) is the leading source of free, expert, and confidential guidance on job accommodations and disability employment issues. Serving customers across the United States and around the world for 40 years, JAN provides free one-on-one practical guidance and technical assistance on job accommodation solutions.

Chronicle of Higher education article with recommendations on centering accountability in DEI statements.

Creating Inclusive Virtual Spaces

Chronicle of Higher education article with recommendations on centering accountability in DEI statements.

Virtual places of learning and work bring with them new challenges to maintaining inclusive and safe classrooms and workspaces. The rapid shift to virtual learning and working from home for large segments of the population in the US and globally in response to the COVID-19 pandemic highlighted some of these challenges, especially given little time for preparation. In order to address shifting workplace dynamics and accommodate individual needs in a time of heightened inequities, consider the following questions about differences in accessibility and impact. This webpage provides a sample of readings on important topics to keep in mind for inclusive learning and working spaces.

Chronicle of Higher education article with recommendations on centering accountability in DEI statements.

The Center for Universal Design in Education

Chronicle of Higher education article with recommendations on centering accountability in DEI statements.

The Center for Universal Design in Education (CUDE) develops and collects resources to help educators apply universal design (UD) in order to make all aspects of the educational experience welcoming to, usable by, and inclusive of everyone, including people with disabilities.

Chronicle of Higher education article with recommendations on centering accountability in DEI statements.

Writing Alt Text for Data Visualization

Chronicle of Higher education article with recommendations on centering accountability in DEI statements.

In web design, alt-text offers a way for visually impaired readers to understand the role that images play on a web page. Scientific visualizations, such as charts and graphs, pose a special challenge in this area. This 2020 article by visualization expert Amy Cesal offers useful tips.

Chronicle of Higher education article with recommendations on centering accountability in DEI statements.

International Association for Geoscience Diversity

Chronicle of Higher education article with recommendations on centering accountability in DEI statements.

The International Association for Geoscience Diversity is a 501c3 non-profit dedicated to improving access and inclusion for people with disabilities in the geosciences.

Chronicle of Higher education article with recommendations on centering accountability in DEI statements.