Accessibility Tools
This page outlines key accessibility features and tips for a range of digital tools to support inclusive teaching and learning.
Select a tool below to jump directly to its section.
🗂️ Quick Navigation
💻 Microsoft 365
Accessible Content Creation Tool — Microsoft 365 includes several built-in accessibility tools.
⭐ Useful Features
Accessibility Checker in Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
Immersive Reader
Live captions in Teams
Dictation and speech-to-text
Read Aloud functionality
Translation tools
💡 Why It Helps
These features support students with:
Dyslexia
Visual impairments
Hearing impairments
ADHD
English as an additional language
🎯 Top Tips
Run the Accessibility Checker before uploading documents.
Use built-in heading styles rather than manually formatting text.
Avoid excessive text on PowerPoint slides.
Use sans-serif fonts such as Arial or Calibri.
Ensure strong colour contrast.
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🎥 MS Teams
Captioning and Transcription Tool — MS Teams is used for meeting and lecture recording.
⭐ Accessibility Benefits
Automatic captioning
Live captions (real time only)
Searchable transcripts
Variable playback speed
Mobile access
🎯 Top Tips
Edit auto-generated captions for accuracy.
Keep videos concise and segmented (use 'Chapters' to break down content).
Provide transcripts alongside recordings.
Avoid relying solely on audio explanation for visual information.
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🎓 Moodle
Virtual Learning Environment — Moodle is compliant to the latest accessibility standards.
⭐ Accessibility Features
Screen reader compatibility
Keyboard navigation
Alternative text support
Flexible assessment tools
🎯 Top Tips
Use the Minimum Standards Template to organise your page.
Utilise the built-in text editor to check for accessible content.
Use descriptive link text instead of "click here".
Ensure uploaded PDFs are accessible.
Fix Accessibility issues in your Moodle course using Ally.