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Descriptive links use meaningful text to clearly communicate where a link will take the user. Instead of generic phrases like “click here” or “read more,” descriptive links describe the destination or purpose of the link within digital course materials.
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Accessible tables are used to present data in a clear, logical way and include proper headers and structure so information can be understood by all users. In digital course materials, tables should be reserved for data—not layout—and designed so relationships between rows and columns are clear.
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Logical heading structures use properly ordered headings (such as Heading 1, Heading 2, and Heading 3) to organize content into clear, meaningful sections. Clear organization helps students understand how content is structured and how ideas relate to one another within digital course materials.
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Color contrast refers to the difference between text (or important visual elements) and the background behind them. Readability is how easily users can see and understand text and visual content. In digital course materials, sufficient contrast and clear text formatting ensure that content is legible across devices and learning environments.
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Alternative text (alt text) is a brief written description added to images, charts, graphs, and other visual elements in digital course materials. Alt text is read aloud by screen readers and displayed when images do not load, allowing students who cannot see the image to understand its purpose and content.
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Discover the vibrant, creative and inclusive community we have here at the School of Theatre and Dance! You’ll start with a tour of our Center for the Performing Arts, followed by program sessions and specialized classes that give you a hands-on experience. We’ll take a break for lunch, then dive back in with workshops and extended learning options. The day wraps up with a Q&A session where you can get your questions answered by our faculty and student ambassadors.
Prospective students are invited to attend a matinee performance of "Something Rotten!"
Rad tech students on the Salem Campus recently celebrated National Radiologic Technology Week with a full slate of activities. This annual observation involved faculty, staff, clinical preceptors and advisory board members, as well as first- and second-year students, and provided opportunities to share, exchange and discuss programmatic information. A highlight of the day was the quiz bowl/academic challenge competition between students. Placing first was the team representing Summa Barberton Hospital and Aultman Alliance Community Hospital that included students Ho...
