How to Make Online Content Accessible for All - Talk Accessibility with Dr. Nicole L’Etoile

Mar 20, 2025

Dr. Nicole L’Etoile, a Learning Experience Designer and accessibility consultant, discusses the transformative power of inclusive design in digital learning. She emphasizes that accessibility is a mindset rather than a checklist. Key topics include the four principles of web accessibility, the importance of plain language, and practical strategies to integrate accessibility into workflows. Nicole also highlights how making content accessible benefits all learners, urging creators to view it as a fundamental requirement.

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ANECDOTE

Colorblind Student

Joseph Diaz had a colorblind student who didn't speak up about not seeing red marker on the whiteboard.
This experience highlighted the importance of anticipating accessibility needs, as not everyone will vocalize them.

INSIGHT

CPAC Certification Focus

Nicole L'Etoile's CPAC certification emphasizes understanding the "why" behind accessibility standards.
This includes the social and medical models of disability, providing context for inclusive design.

ADVICE

Beginner Accessibility Resources

Explore WebAIM and W3C resources for accessibility guidelines.
Use AI tools like Google Notebook LM to simplify complex language and apply insights to instructional design.

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Accessibility isn’t just a checklist—it’s a mindset shift.

In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Nicole L’Etoile, a Learning Experience Designer and passionate accessibility consultant, to explore practical ways to incorporate accessibility into our workflows.

We discuss why accessibility matters for everyone, how to use plain language, and essential tools to make your learning content more inclusive.

If you’ve ever wondered where to start with accessibility or how to make your online content accessible without feeling overwhelmed, this episode is for you!

💡 In this conversation, we cover:

Why accessibility is more than compliance—it’s about human connection
The four key principles of web accessibility (Perceivable, Operable, Understandable, Robust)
How to advocate for accessibility in organizations that don’t prioritize it
The power of plain language and tools to simplify complex content
Practical steps for making your e-learning content, LMS courses, and videos accessible
Why accessibility benefits all learners, not just those with disabilities

Want to go deeper and apply these principles to your own work? Join the next cohort of Making Online Content Accessible for All starting April 7th!

📌 Register here → https://www.letoile-education.com/courses

📌 Follow Nicole on LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicoleletoile/

📌 Subscribe to Nicole’s Newsletter & Check Out Her Resources → https://www.letoile-education.com/

Accessibility Personas Activity – https://personas-prototype.herokuapp.com/
WebAIM (Web Accessibility In Mind) – https://webaim.org
W3C Web Accessibility Initiative (WAI) – https://www.w3.org/WAI
Nicole’s Curated List of Accessibility Courses & Certifications – Google Doc
Nicole’s Full Resource Library – https://www.letoile-education.com/resources
Follow the #A11Y hashtag on LinkedIn for accessibility insights

Hemingway App – https://hemingwayapp.com
Google Notebook LM (AI for simplifying complex language)

Articulate Storyline Accessibility Guide – https://articulate.com/support/article/Storyline-360-Accessibility-Features

🔗 Follow Nicole L’Etoile on LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicoleletoile/
📩 Subscribe to Nicole’s Newsletter & Check Out Her Courses → https://www.letoile-education.com/

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