Click, Tap, Learn: 7 Keys to Accessible, Student-Centered Websites

Session 2: 1:00pm-2:00pm (Friday March 06, 2026)

Description

Want a website that students love and that drives results? Even if your school is relegated to a "cookie-cutter" template or a prescribed website provider, this session reveals the seven essential elements of effective educational media design: intuitive navigation, student-centered UX, mobile responsiveness, accessibility (Section 508/UDL), second language support, user-friendly content, and adherence to accessibility standards. Using wvoc.net as a live case study, we’ll explore how these design choices create inclusive, engaging experiences that increase enrollment, improve student satisfaction, and support instructional success. Participants will leave with actionable strategies to transform their own digital spaces into learning hubs that are both accessible and impactful.

Presenters

Carolyn "Dr. Q" Quetzal

LAUSD

Carolyn "Dr. Q" Quetzal is an experienced educator, instructional designer, and tech innovator who leads digital learning at WVOC. Passionate about efficiency and accessibility, she teaches educators how to work smarter with AI. A surfer, swimmer, and lifelong "waterwoman," Dr. Q, (like many humans) is composed of 70% water, 20% stardust and 10% mischief, which enhances her ability to bring a splash of magic and eco-conscious fun everywhere she goes.

Type of Presentation

Demonstration (60 Minutes)

Audience

Teachers
Administrators
Support Staff (Transition Specialists, Counselors, Librarians, etc.)

Program Strands

Adult Basic Education
Adult Secondary Education
Adults with Disabilities
English as a Second Language
Pre-Apprenticeship and Apprenticeship
Short-term Career Technical Education
Workforce Preparation

Category Strands

Ensuring Equity and Access
Designing Learning Experiences
Online Engagement and Assessment