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Video Accessibility and Universal Design for Learning

by Elisa Lewis in Video Accessibility

Universal design for learning, also known as UDL, is the design of products and environments to be usable by all types of people without the need for adaptation or specialized design. UDL is all about giving learners options. Students are composed of…

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Updated August 23, 2024

5 Reasons to Choose 3Play Media for Video Accessibility

by Jaclyn Lazzari in Video Accessibility

Video accessibility is critical, both for making your online videos accessible to people with disabilities and for enhancing user engagement, SEO, and audience reach. Choosing the right vendor to service your video accessibility needs is also critical. If there’s one thing to…

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Updated February 7, 2024

Captioning and Transcription for Faith Organizations

by 3mediaweb in Company + Culture

Many faith organizations use television and online video to connect with parishioners and reach wider audiences across the country. Discover what is important when adding captioning and transcription to online video for faith organizations. Whether you are broadcasting your sermon on television…

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Updated June 17, 2020

Web Accessibility for Filing Taxes

by Elisa Lewis in Video Accessibility

Taxes are money individuals and corporations pay in order to fund their government. Federal, local, and state governments use taxes to finance various activities. They can be used to pay for public education, roads and infrastructure, law enforcement, scientific research and more. …

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Updated March 16, 2021

How New Technology Can Promote Digital Inclusion

by Elisa Lewis in Video Accessibility

With so many people across the globe currently staying home, digital inclusion is more important than ever before. Across the world, people are relying on the internet, communications, and technology to stay connected to family and friends, continue to work, keep up…

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Updated October 23, 2023

Accessibility Events Postponed? You Can Still Grow Your Knowledge

by Jaclyn Lazzari in Video Accessibility

When unprecedented circumstances cause the postponing or canceling of accessibility events, what can you do to stay current on accessibility topics and trends? There are effective alternatives to continue your accessibility education without physically attending conferences: Virtual accessibility events and recordings from…

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Updated October 18, 2023

5 Reasons to Caption Your Digital Media Publishing Videos

by Jaclyn Lazzari in Video Accessibility

Captioning is the best way to make online videos accessible to people who are deaf and hard of hearing. However, the benefits of captioning digital media publishing videos go far beyond accessibility. Better user experience, boosted SEO, and greater legal compliance are…

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Updated November 19, 2020

4 Tips for Online and Remote Fitness Classes

by Elisa Lewis in Video Accessibility

Many fitness brands are turning to remote, online classes for members instead of offering classes solely at physical locations. Members are enjoying this alternative in order to accommodate their new schedules and exercise routines. However, non-members are loving it too, as a…

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Updated October 18, 2023

Student Engagement Strategies for Online Learning Environments

by Jaclyn Lazzari in How-To

Translating in-person teaching strategies to virtual learning environments is often easier said than done. However, by implementing specific measures, tools, and techniques, instructors can create remote classrooms that foster student success.   Toolkit for Live Captioning Online Videos (for Virtual Learning and…

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Updated March 30, 2021

Overview of NAD v. Harvard and NAD v. MIT Lawsuits

by Jaclyn Lazzari in Video Accessibility

On Thursday, February 5, 2015, the National Association of the Deaf (NAD) filed a federal class-action lawsuit against the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and Harvard University for allegedly violating U.S. accessibility laws. Please note that as of February 2020, after years…

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Updated March 13, 2024

3 Tips for Shifting to Online Conferences and Events

by 3mediaweb in Video Accessibility

WAIT! Before you cancel your upcoming event, have you considered taking it online? Finding ways to connect online has become more important than ever before. But the community you build offline can translate just as well online. With a little planning and…

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Updated April 20, 2021

How to Provide ADA-Compliant Remote Workspaces

by Jaclyn Lazzari in Video Accessibility

These days, many people have the option to work from home full-time, part-time, or for limited periods due to extenuating circumstances. That being said, companies that enable their employees to work from home must consider employees with disabilities and strive to maintain…

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Updated February 2, 2021