ADA Title II Instructor Resource Recommendations

The April 24th ADA instructional materials compliance deadline is approaching, and instructors across the Purdue system are actively preparing their course materials to meet updated accessibility requirements. 

Purdue has developed supportive resources designed to help you feel confident and equipped as you update your content. Below are key resources available—along with firsthand feedback from instructors who’ve used them. 

Accessibility Drop‑In Sessions 

These live, open‑door help sessions allow you to bring your questions, your files, your concerns—big or small—and receive immediate support from the ADA Drop-In Team. Drop‑ins are ideal if you’re unsure where to start, want a quick accessibility check, or need guidance specific to your materials. 

“I attended a drop-in session with some major concerns about making sure my class readings are ADA compliant. The session was incredibly helpful, even calming, on a number of fronts. I highly recommend them to anyone with concerns.” 
— Keith Shimko, Professor of Political Science, Purdue West Lafayette 

Brightspace Accessibility Course 

This structured, self‑paced course walks you through the essentials of accessible course design using examples, checklists, and hands‑on practice. If you want a clear, manageable pathway to ensure your materials align with updated guidelines, this course provides exactly that. 

“The Brightspace accessibility course provides clear, practical guidance that can be applied immediately to course materials. With the volume of accessibility-related emails we receive, the Brightspace course provides me the opportunity to follow a manageable, structured path to ensure my course content meets accessibility guidelines.” 
— Kristin Barker, Clinical Assistant Professor of Human Services, Purdue Fort Wayne 

Accessibility Workshops 

These online workshops provide a big‑picture overview of what the new accessibility mandate requires, why it matters, and how instructors can efficiently create accessible materials. They are especially helpful if you want a stronger foundation for understanding what needs to happen before April 24th. 

“The system accessibility workshop provided a basic overview of what the accessibility mandate means so I had a better understanding of how I need to revise my courses. While I realize that it will be a lot of work, I now feel more supported and know where to go for support and resources.” 
— Heather Bowers, Clinical Assistant Professor of Nursing, Purdue Northwest 

Now is the perfect time to tap into these resources and take the next step toward full accessibility readiness. Explore these resources today to assist with your instructional materials for ADA compliance. For the latest updates, training opportunities, and support, visit the Instructional Material ADA Readiness Webpage. 

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