146: Creating a Proactive Culture of Accessibility with Nicole L'Etoile

Summary

In this episode of EdUp Learning and Development, host Holly Owens and Nadia Johnson interview Nicole L'Etoile, the founder and CEO of L'Etoile Education, about accessibility in learning management systems (LMS). Nicole shares her journey from being a classroom teacher to becoming a business owner and consultant in the field of L&D. She emphasizes the importance of creating a proactive culture of accessibility in organizations and provides practical tips for incorporating accessibility into LMS design. Nicole also discusses common misconceptions about accessibility and recommends resources such as WebAIM and LinkedIn for further learning.

Takeaways

• Create a proactive culture of accessibility in organizations by incorporating accessibility into the design of learning management systems (LMS).

• Start with the basics of accessibility, such as color contrast, headings, and alt text, and gradually incorporate more advanced techniques.

• Consider the barriers that learners may face and strive to create a learning experience that eliminates those barriers.

• Consult resources such as WebAIM, LinkedIn, and the UDL framework by Katie Novak for guidance on accessibility.

• Join communities and engage with thought partners to learn and practice accessibility principles.

Connect with Nicole on LinkedIn!

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