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Checking colour combinations for resources such as presentations is a great way to improve accessibility. Providing them in a digital format also means that adjustments can be made quickly and easily. 🖍️ Try the WebAim Contrast Checker at webaim.org/resources/cont…. #11DaysofA11y

If you use Google Slides, the Grackle add-on (Add-ons → Get add-ons) will check the accessibility of your formatting. Grackle advises on potential issues such as missing titles, image descriptions and colours, making for more accessible presentations. 👌 #11DaysofA11y #a11y

New week, new #11DaysofA11y tip! 🗓️ Dictate Google Docs without the need for any additional software or plugins (requires a microphone). Turn on Voice Type by using Tools → Voice typing… 🎙️ If you've missed any of our @gsuite tips so far, catch up at tinyurl.com/11DaysofA11y.

Here's our next #11DaysofA11y tip! 🙌 Remembering keyboard shortcuts can be tricky. To check what's available in @gsuite apps such as Docs, Slides and Sheets, use ⌘ + / (Mac) or Ctrl + / (Windows). ⌨️ Prefer a printable version? Try this handy PDF at tinyurl.com/gsuiteshortcuts.

Have a favourite file type? Prefer your PowerPoints to PDFs? No problem. 💅 Easily convert Google Docs, Slides and Sheets into alternative formats by using File → Download as from most @gsuite apps. 📥 #11DaysofA11y #a11y

Want to come to the Keele Learning & Teaching Conference? Don't miss out! Friday 18 Jan is the last day to register. It's going to be a fantastic day, with a packed schedule of speakers sharing their insights on Social Learning and more. Register at bit.ly/2Fo5AIV

... and if you prefer any of the #11DaysofA11y tips in an alternative format, you can access the Google Slides deck here: tinyurl.com/11DaysofA11y

Google Slides presentations can be viewed as a single, scrollable HTML page. Press Ctrl + Alt + Shift + p (Windows) or ⌘ + ⌥ + Shift + p (Mac) to try it out! ↕️ Useful for both screen readers and anybody wishing to view their slides all in one place. 👌 #11DaysofA11y #a11y

Day 1 of #11DaysofA11y. 🥳 Did you know there's a hidden Accessibility tab in most @gsuite apps? It provides additional support for screen readers and isn't visible by default. Activate it using ⌘ + ⌥ + z (Mac) or Ctrl + Alt + z (Windows). 🔊 Another #a11y tip tomorrow! 🗓️

GSuite (@gsuite) is full of features that can increase the accessibility of digital resources. 📄💻 To show how easy they are to use, we'll be tweeting 1 tip per day using the #11DaysofA11y hashtag. #⃣ Day 1 is tomorrow, but here's an explanation of what #a11y means first. 🤔

RT HumSS_TEL "5/5: 📱 A clearer list of apps for staff and students The new 'Mail and Apps' tab will contain a fuller list of services and tools available to University staff and students. If you have any questions about these changes, please contac… "

RT HumSS_TEL "4/5: ❤️ Improved links to University services For students, the 'Student Support' panel will be replaced with 'Student Quick Links'. For staff, the 'IT Services' panel will be replaced with 'Staff Quick Links'. Both provide updated a… "

RT HumSS_TEL "3/5: 🔖 Quicker access to modules from the Home tab The 'My Learning' panel (found at the centre of the main Home tab) is where you will find all of your modules. "

RT HumSS_TEL "2/5: 🗃️ New 'Mail and Apps' and 'Timetable' tabs Staff and students will no longer see a 'Learning' and 'Co-curriculum' tab. These will be replaced with 'Mail and Apps' and 'Timetable'. "

RT HumSS_TEL "1/5: On Saturday 19 January, the KLE will be updated. Here's a brief summary of the changes: 🗃️ New 'Mail and Apps' and 'Timetable' tabs 🔖 Quicker access to modules from the Home tab ❤️ Improved links to University services 📱 A cleare… "

RT HumSS_TEL "Key note speaker announced for the Keele Learning and Teaching Conference ✨ Register @ bit.ly/2Fo5AIV and we look forward to seeing you there ✨ twitter.com/keeleinnovatio…"

RT HumSS_TEL "RT KeeleInnovation: The Keele Learning and Teaching Conference 2019 is happening on 30 January. This year we'll be exploring definitions, practices and scholarship around Social Learning. Join the debate - register at ➡️ … "

RT jadekeele "JADE Student Edition 3….out now!! jadekeele.wordpress.com/2018/12/12/jad…"

RT HumSS_TEL "T̶o̶m̶o̶r̶r̶o̶w̶ Today! The A_L_T Winter Conference has a fantastic lineup of #edtech related online sessions, starting in 10 minutes and running until tomorrow.⌛️ For a full schedule and direct links to each session, see … twitter.com/A_L_T/status/1…"

RT HumSS_TEL "Did you know that the Google #DigitalGarage provides free online courses that can help with topics such as: 💟 Digital wellbeing 💬 Effective networking 💪 Building confidence with self-promotion 🗣️ Speaking in public 💻 Understanding … learndigital.withgoogle.com"