As part of the Digital Accessibility Strategic Initiative, we are launching the ITS Canvas Accessibility Service.
This service uses the industry-leading product Panorama, by Yuja, to provide tools that support the creation and delivery of accessible course content in Canvas. These tools include:
- student-facing features to generate alternate formats that meet learning needs
- features to check and improve the accessibility of Canvas content and uploaded files
- features for monitoring course accessibility over time and across departments or units
The Panorama product will eventually replace UDOIT for Canvas accessibility.
Service Rollout
During winter term 2025, we are rolling out Panorama in Canvas as part of our Digital Accessibility Strategic Initiative.
Panorama will be rolled out in stages, and more information, communications, and training will continually be made available.
- Stage 1: Prepare (January 2025)
- Panorama tools are integrated into Canvas but hidden by default
- Training is offered for instructional support staff and key partners
- Communication focuses on preparing instructors and students for the new features
- Stage 2: Go Live (March 2025)
- Panorama tools are integrated into Canvas and visible by default
- Training is offered for instructors, instructional support staff, and key partners
- Communication focuses on benefits of new tools and familiarity with their features
- Stage 3: Learn and Improve (Summer - Fall 2025)
- Panorama tools are integrated into Canvas and visible by default
- Training and consultation is offered for instructors, instructional support staff, and key partners
- Communication focuses on using tools to support course accessibility and equitable access for all learners
Training and Support
Learn how to use Panorama to make Canvas courses accessible.
- Browse self-service training resources
- More training sessions and support coming soon
- Contact us if you need additional support
- Visit Office Hours for live feedback
Additional training will continually be made available.
Unit Roles in the Canvas Accessibility Service
- Instructional Support Staff
- Understand and use tools
- Attend trainings and use support resources
- Provide or promote training and resources to local instructors
- Support instructors and faculty in making course content accessible
- Instructors and Faculty
- Understand basics of digital accessibility
- Attend trainings and use support resources
- Use available tools and support to make course content accessible
ITS Support for the Canvas Accessibility Service
- ITS Service Managers, Owner, and Staff
- Provide and promote training and support resources
- Troubleshoot technical issues
- Maintain documentation and training materials
- Coordinate software updates as needed