Alternative Title
Beyond Barriers: How Artificial Intelligence (AI) is Reshaping PDF Accessibility
Contributor
University of Central Florida. Faculty Center for Teaching and Learning; University of Central Florida. Division of Digital Learning; Teaching and Learning with AI Conference (2025 : Orlando, Fla.)
Location
Gold Coast III/IV
Start Date
28-5-2025 2:15 PM
End Date
28-5-2025 2:40 PM
Publisher
University of Central Florida Libraries
Keywords:
PDF accessibility; Generative AI; Screen readers; Educational materials; Inclusive learning
Subjects
Artificial intelligence--Educational applications; Computers and people with visual disabilities; Barrier-free design for people with visual disabilities; Technology and people with disabilities; People with visual disabilities--Education
Description
Generative AI (GenAI) is revolutionizing the process of making PDFs accessible for students with low vision or blindness who use screen readers. This session will demonstrate how GenAI-powered tools can automate the bookmarking of document structures, generate accurate alternative text for images, reformat complex tables, and enhance the overall readability of PDFs. These technologies significantly reduce the time and expertise required to create accessible documents, enabling more efficient conversion of educational materials. By leveraging GenAI, participants can identify and remediate accessibility issues, ensuring that PDFs are compatible with screen readers and provide a more inclusive learning experience.
Language
eng
Type
Presentation
Format
application/pdf
Rights Statement
All Rights Reserved
Audience
Faculty, Students, Librarians, Instructional designers
Recommended Citation
Corvette, Michelle and Bostian, Jackson, "Beyond Barriers: How AI is Reshaping PDF Accessibility" (2025). Teaching and Learning with AI Conference Presentations. 31.
https://stars.library.ucf.edu/teachwithai/2025/wednesday/31
Beyond Barriers: How AI is Reshaping PDF Accessibility
Gold Coast III/IV
Generative AI (GenAI) is revolutionizing the process of making PDFs accessible for students with low vision or blindness who use screen readers. This session will demonstrate how GenAI-powered tools can automate the bookmarking of document structures, generate accurate alternative text for images, reformat complex tables, and enhance the overall readability of PDFs. These technologies significantly reduce the time and expertise required to create accessible documents, enabling more efficient conversion of educational materials. By leveraging GenAI, participants can identify and remediate accessibility issues, ensuring that PDFs are compatible with screen readers and provide a more inclusive learning experience.