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Improving Access for Neurodivergent Learners in Online Courses

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A group of diverse master's students from the University of Michigan School of Social Work sit in rows at an indoor event. Several are smiling and engaged, while a few people have raised their hands to participate.
A person in a graduation gown holds up a certificate with both hands. The certificate, awarded to Kyle Stewart, recognizes the achievement of a BSc in Astrophysics.
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Six labeled images in a grid illustrate key topics in online education: AI chat on a phone for Learning with AI; a federal loan document and pen for CAI Policy Insights; a microphone and script for Writing Scripts; a person using an AI tool on a laptop for GenAI + Course Design; a hand on an adaptive controller for Digital Accessibility; and a pencil on a multiple-choice test for Crafting Assessments.
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A tablet is held on a table, featuring a prompt page for the Google Gemini artificial intelligence tool. The text on the page says, "Hello, David. How can I help you today?"
A smartphone screen displays the "Accessibility" settings option, including a purple icon and text mentioning screen readers and display settings.
Group of toy-like robots with vintage TV heads showing the human and illustrated faces representing the students who took the inaugural Public Health 555 course, "ChatGPT/AI and Public Health," posed in tiered rows. This photo illustration served as a class picture for the course.
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Build a GenAI-Resilient Course

Teach smarter: build GenAI-resilient classes with inclusive, ethical, and effective AI integration.
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Maizey in My Classroom

Set up a personalized AI study assistant using U-M’s Maizey platform to support your students with generative AI tools.
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Enhanced Rubrics for the Win

Enhance your online teaching with Canvas’s new enhanced rubric features like drag-and-drop, copying, and flexible ordering.
A student named Zafina, age 7, filled out a worksheet. She writes that she swam this summer and had a lot of fun. Her favorite things include playing piano, steak, the color red, and she wants to be a doctor. She drew a picture of swimming with yellow ducks.
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Making Your Course Accessible

Use Panorama in Canvas to fix accessibility issues and meet federal and U-M required standards by April 2026.
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Tips to Building Successful Teams

Tips for building successful teams online. Boost collaboration & learning with expert strategies.
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Writing Scripts for Media

Faculty can use these helpful scriptwriting tips to create engaging instructional media for online teaching.
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A blind man uses a computer with a Braille display and a computer keyboard. Inclusive device.
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Online Teaching and Learning Definitions

You may hear different terminology as you begin online teaching. The following are some working definitions from the University of Michigan Registrar to help differentiate the…
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Extended Reality and Accessibility

Instructors can ensure accessible learning by understanding the benefits and challenges of extended reality tools.
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Current Events: Online Proctoring

Instructors can stay informed on available online proctoring technology, concerns, and best practices.
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A student watches an online lecture and takes notes
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Online Course Planning Blueprint

Discover essential steps and tips for effective online course planning with this comprehensive blueprint.
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Inclusive Teaching

Inclusive teaching fosters equity, access, and belonging through intentional course design and practices.
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Using Collaborative Reading Tools

Enhance online learning with collaborative reading tools to boost engagement, comprehension, and equity.
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A hand holding a red pen fills out a colorful risk assessment chart, segmented in red, yellow, and green. The focus is on high-risk red areas.
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Giving Good Online Feedback

Give effective online feedback to enhance student learning, motivation, clarity, and course engagement.
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Half-Life Your Message

Boost online communication by reducing message half-life to ensure clarity, retention, and engagement.
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Exams and Quizzes Online

Design effective online exams and quizzes to enhance assessment integrity, engagement, and learning.
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Creating Engaging Online Lectures

Create engaging online lectures to boost student attention, participation, and learning outcomes.
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Getting Comfortable On Screen

Get comfortable on camera to improve your online teaching presence, confidence, and student engagement.
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FAQ's About Online Learning

Explore FAQs about online learning to better support students, clarify expectations, and boost success.
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Effective Office Hours

Host effective online office hours to enhance student support, engagement, and academic success.
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Formative Assessments

Use formative assessments in online teaching to monitor progress, give feedback, and guide learning.
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Successful Peer Review

Design successful online peer review to enhance collaboration, feedback quality, and student learning.
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Learning Objectives and Outcomes

Write clear online learning objectives to guide instruction, measure outcomes, and boost student success.
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