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Blackboard Ally helps faculty enhance the accessibility of course materials in Blackboard Ultra. The Course Accessibility Report provides a centralized view of accessibility issues and offers actionable guidance to improve content for all learners.
How to Access the Report
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Open your Blackboard Ultra course.
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Under Details & Actions, click View course & institution tools.
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Select Accessibility Report.
What the Accessibility Report Includes
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Overall Course Score
A summary rating of your course’s accessibility based on all uploaded content.
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Content by Type
Breakdown of accessibility scores by content type (e.g., documents, presentations, images).
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Issue List
A prioritized list of accessibility issues across your course, with links to fix them.
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Direct Fix Access
Click on any issue to view guidance and make improvements directly from the report.
💡 Tips for Improving Accessibility
- Look for Indicators
Colored icons next to content items show accessibility scores. Click them for file-specific feedback.
- Start with High-Impact Fixes
The report highlights issues that are easiest to fix or affect the most students.
- Review Regularly
Checking the report throughout the semester helps maintain an inclusive learning environment.
🔗 Helpful Resources