What is GAAD?
GAAD is a unified day where we think, talk, and learn about digital access and inclusion.
Explore what this day means with Jennison Asuncion as he shares the background of Accessibility Awareness Day through an interview with Dr. Jonathan Hassell.
Take the Challenge
It only takes a little bit of time to take the next few steps and dig a little deeper to unpack the what and why regarding digital access and inclusion. Make the commitment, identify your +1, and take that next step.
Celebrate the day and take one action by watching a video, attend a webinar, read an article, test one web or document page, take the no-mouse challenge.
Where will your next steps on your journey take you?
Blackboard Ally Fix-a-thon – Fix your content day
Up for a challenge? Fix your content together at your own pace. Bring a college and attend a Blackboard Ally open lab.
Games
- Accessibility Trivia from Teach Access – PowerPoint and answer sheet
- Accessibility Maze – Level up your awareness with an OER Web game
Videos and podcasts
- Cognitive Accessibility with Jamie Knight and Lion (YouTube video)
- CEO of Apple, Tim Cook, discusses topics around Accessibility (YouTube video)
- Unique Struggles of Document Accessibility Amidst COVID Pandemic (Website podcast)
Workshops, Presentations, and Resources
Get a digital Badge
Montgomery College credentials needed to request the digital badge.
The GAAD Archives
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