Making Scanned PDFs Accessible without a Permalink to the Source
No permalink? No problem. You can still add a library reference to increase a PDF’s accessibility score.
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How to Make Scanned PDFs Accessible
Digital text is best, but even a scanned PDF can be made accessible—by adding a Library Reference with Ally.
Read MoreEmergency Preparedness
Being prepared means knowing what to do in an emergency—before an emergency arises.
Read MoreFAQ for Workforce Trainers
Teaching Workforce Development courses comes with its own unique challenges and rewards. Whether you’re helping students sharpen their professional skills, prepare for industry certifications, or develop essential employability traits, every class brings new questions—both from learners and trainers alike. To help streamline your teaching experience, we’ve compiled a list of articles that you might find useful. They include common concerns, best practices, and helpful resources for Workforce Development trainers. This FAQ is designed to save you time, offer practical solutions, and support your success in guiding students toward career readiness.
Read MoreUsing My Apps Portal
Microsoft provides a useful tool for easily accessing mobile apps. It’s called “My Apps Portal.” You can find it at either of these URLs: myapps.microsoft.com myapps.uark.edu My Apps is a […]
Read MoreIncreasing Accessibility by Replacing PDFs with Permalinks
If you currently have PDFs posted in your courses, the best way to increase your courses’ accessibility is to replace those PDFs (which commonly have accessibility problems) with a permalink. […]
Read MoreHow to Use Microsoft Screen Readers and Read Aloud Tools
There are many reasons to listen to documents, such as proofreading, multitasking, or increased comprehension and learning. Using a screen reader is also a great way to check your document’s […]
Read MoreFaculty Testers Needed for Turnitin Clarity (Fall 2025)
The Academic Integrity Office is looking for faculty interested in piloting Turnitin Clarity. This software embeds a writing platform within Blackboard, and it provides Instructors transparency in terms of understanding...
Read MoreAdd Image Descriptions with Blackboard Ally
Images are a powerful element of a Blackboard course, but they’re only effective when all students can access and understand them. Adding descriptions—sometimes called alt text—ensures that visuals communicate meaning...
Read MoreCreate Turnitin Assignments Directly in Blackboard with Turnitin Feedback Studio
Turnitin Feedback Studio is available within the Blackboard course Content Market. Though not the preferred method for creating Turnitin assignments, this integration lets you create a direct Turnitin assignment—grading and...
Read MoreMake Accessible PowerPoint Presentations with Microsoft 365
PowerPoint has several built-in features designed to help you create accessible PowerPoint presentations. When creating new PowerPoint presentations, you can use the Accessibility Checker to review and flag potential...
Read More“Screen Only” Option in Respondus Monitor
Respondus Monitor offers a “Screen Only” recording option, giving instructors more flexibility in how they proctor online assessments. With this setting, you can record just the student’s computer screen—no webcam...
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