CLS Video Series: Busting Accessibility Myths and others

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Overview

This video series features insights into digital accessibility and common myths.

Welcome to the CLS video series. This collection of video shorts and articles is designed to engage and inform, breaking down common misconceptions and providing the facts you need to understand why accessibility matters. Please share widely. 

Busting 8 Digital Accessibility Myths

UCSF Doctor Peter Chin-Hong hosted a digital accessibility Truth or Myth game show. He asked his colleagues and learners what they knew about digital accessibility and broke down the truth. Some win, some lose, and all learn. Test your knowledge. Extended Audio Description version.

 

How an Accident Led Tammy to Rely on Digital Accessibility

Tammy Kremer, UCSF midwifery practice manager, experienced an accident resulting in broken bones and a reliance on the voice-to-text feature for all digital communications. Her experience highlights the importance of digital accessibility, because "all of us will become disabled at some point."  Watch the full video on YouTube.

 

Busting Accessibility Myths Instagram Video Shorts

Busting Accessibility Myths, your go-to resource for uncovering the truth about digital accessibility. 

From debunking the myth that accessibility is too costly to exploring how it benefits everyone—not just people with disabilities—this series will challenge assumptions and empower you with knowledge. Digital accessibility isn’t just a requirement; it’s an opportunity to create better, more inclusive experiences for all. Dive in and discover the facts today!

Myth a11y only benefits people with disabilities

Myth: Accessibility is a one-time fix

Myth: Accessibility only benefits people with disabilities

Myth: Digital accessibility only matters on websites

Myth: I don't create content, so I don't need to worry about digital accessibility

Myth: Using font size 14 makes my PDF accessible

Articles

Videos posted on behalf of UCSF, UCSF Health, UCSF IT, UCSF Office of Opportunity and Outreach, UCSF Finance and Administrative Services.