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Institutional Considerations for Microcredentials
February 03, 2026
Microcredentials have gained significant traction in recent years as a way to bridge workforce skills gaps and expand learning opportunities beyond the traditional framework of higher education (Musseau, 2024). As the job market rapidly evolves, these credentials provide flexible, targeted, and application-based learning pathways that align with emerging industry needs.
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Implementing a New Program: Key Considerations for Success
February 03, 2026
As an administrator or program director, you may be tempted to launch a new program as soon as need, idea, and opportunity converge. After all, the sooner a program opens its doors, the sooner students become proud alumni. However, the more planning that is done at the outset of program implementation, the more holistic and coherent the program will be, and thus, the more successful.
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Developing AI Literacy Across the Curriculum: A Guide for Programs and Faculty
February 04, 2025
The rapid integration of AI into professional practice across disciplines makes AI literacy increasingly crucial, not just for technology-focused fields but for all areas of study. Even faculty who are skeptical of AI's value need to consider how it's transforming their disciplines. For example, scientific fields are seeing AI adoption in literature reviews, experimental design, and data analysis. In the humanities, AI tools are already being used for textual analysis, translation, and content creation. Creative disciplines must grapple with AI's impact on artistic production and copyright. Professional programs face increasing pressure from employers who expect graduates to understand AI applications in their field.
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Accessible Use of Text
November 16, 2022
Students with diverse cognitive, linguistic, and academic abilities benefit from accessible text. The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) establish numerous requirements (known as success criteria) to ensure that text is perceivable, operable, and understandable to all users. This guide discusses the essential criteria related to text accessibility. Following these guidelines when creating course content, such as documents, slides, and pages in a learning management system (LMS), will help you eliminate potential barriers for your learners.
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Accessibility Resources
December 07, 2022
We've curated a list of our favorite tools and websites that can help you make your course materials accessible to all learners. For an overview of our top tips that support accessibility, see the Envision piece Ten Ways to Open the Gate to Accessibility.
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The Americans With Disabilities Act Title II Final Rule: Overview
April 17, 2026
Accessibility is a key dimension of design for both physical and digital environments. Legislation relevant to accessibility has historically focused on standards and guidelines applicable to physical spaces. In recent years, however, there has been an increase in legislation pertinent to ensuring the accessibility of digital content. Namely, in 2024, the Department of Justice (DOJ) issued a final rule updating regulations for Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This final rule has significant implications for many institutions of higher education and involves the application of complex, technical guidelines to digital content.
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Upskilling: Fundamentals for Learning Experience Design and Delivery
July 02, 2026
In today’s rapidly evolving professional landscape, the call for lifelong learning has never been louder. As industries shift and technologies advance, institutions are being asked to equip learners not only with foundational knowledge but also with ongoing opportunities to refine, expand, and adapt their skills. Upskilling learning experiences have emerged as a key component of the response to this demand, offering accessible, targeted ways for individuals to remain agile and relevant in their fields (World Economic Forum, 2025). This Envision piece offers insights to administrators and faculty who are considering whether to integrate upskilling programs into their institution’s broader portfolio of offerings. Additionally, this piece provides recommendations for faculty and staff who are designing and facilitating such learning experiences.
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The ADA Title II Final Rule and WCAG 2.1 Conformance in Online Learning Programs: Key Criteria Part I
September 09, 2026
This is the second piece in a series focused on the final rule issued in 2024 for Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act. This piece builds on the foundational coverage of and overarching recommendations for compliance efforts presented in the first piece in our Title II final rule series. Specifically, it addresses compliance considerations and recommendations applicable to the technical standard established in the Title II final rule. As described in the first piece in the series, the Title II final rule requires that web content and mobile apps conform to Level A and AA success criteria included in version 2.1 of the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG).
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The ADA Title II Final Rule and WCAG 2.1 Conformance in Online Learning Programs: Key Criteria Part II
September 09, 2026
This is the third piece in a series focused on the final rule issued in 2024 for Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act. As described in the first piece in our Title II final rule series, the final rule established a technical standard for web content and mobile apps—conformance with Level A and AA success criteria included in version 2.1 of the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG). In the second piece in our Title II final rule series, we focused on select Level A and AA success criteria that tend to have an outsized impact on online course development and delivery. In this third piece, we will address an additional subset of Level A and AA success criteria. While these success criteria may feature in online courses somewhat less often than those covered in the second piece, the Title II final rule mandates conformance with all 50 Level A and Level AA success criteria included in WCAG 2.1. Accordingly, understanding the success criteria presented here is essential for successful compliance efforts.
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Professional Copyediting
September 17, 2026
No matter the industry, people work with all kinds of written content and face the challenge of balancing tight deadlines, large volumes of material, and the need for consistent, high-quality output. With these increasing demands, more professionals are exploring how AI can support their workflows without compromising standards. When used thoughtfully, AI tools can assist with routine writing and editing tasks, freeing up time for more nuanced, human-centered review. Integrating AI into the writing and editing process does not replace human expertise; it makes this work more efficient and sustainable.
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