Reaching Through the Computer: Best Practices for Digital Communication

Wednesday, June 1, 2022

4:30 PM – 5:20 PM MDT

Location: Mile High Ballroom 1D

This session explores model practices in digital communication, creating digital content with universal design, and writing in plain language—all while keeping content accessible. This material is intended for any international education professional who is working to develop digital content and relationships with students and colleagues! This session was selected as the Region I conference highlight from the NAFSA 2021 All-Region Summit.

Learning Objectives:

Understand the importance of digital content as an important communication tool.
Adapt digital content for all types of learners using Universal Design for Learning and accessibility standards.
Use plain language tips to improve one’s writing style.
Identify how to improve digital content’s accessibility.

Chair and Presenter(s)

Emily Harper, MA, MTS

International Student Advisor
Portland State University Office of International Affairs

Presenter(s)

Paul Braun, MA Educational Leadership & Policy

Program & Communications Manager
Portland State University, Office Of Global Engagement & Innovation