“Do I systematically provide a readily-available list of complex terms, technical words and unusual expressions, intended to help sign language interpreters efficiently follow along?”Read more about IPS Self-Assessment #097
“Cover all of the information that is presented on each slide of your slides, so the audience is not left with the responsibility of fillingRead more about Inclusive Speaking Tip #097
“Do I systematically begin by contextualizing an audience member’s question or comment for everyone else’s benefit before I jump right into sharing my perspectives?”Read more about IPS Self-Assessment #096
“Avoid subtle colour combinations, such as light grey text on a white background, that will make the content even harder to read for the audienceRead more about Inclusive Speaking Tip #096
“Do I systematically hire an interpreter to provide captions in real-time, when my presentation platform doesn’t provide one by default?”Read more about IPS Self-Assessment #095
“Use different visual cues to convey meaningful information whenever possible, to diversify ways in which information is disseminated to audience members.”Read more about Inclusive Speaking Tip #095
“Do I systematically connect my presentation platform to a captioning service when it doesn’t provide one by default?”Read more about IPS Self-Assessment #094
“Make it a point to include your pronouns and a brief physical description as you go about introducing yourself, as not everyone in the audienceRead more about Inclusive Speaking Tip #094
“Do I systematically choose a presentation platform that minimally includes a built-in, automated closed captioning feature?”Read more about IPS Self-Assessment #093
“In virtual settings, share links referenced in the chat window, so audience members can follow them locally and magnify their content to the level thatRead more about Inclusive Speaking Tip #093
“Do I systematically avoid standing in front of direct light sources to keep my face visible, so that audience members can clearly see my expressions?”Read more about IPS Self-Assessment #092
“Provide structure and make sure to get to the key points of the presentation quickly, so audience members can see what’s coming and have anRead more about Inclusive Speaking Tip #092
“Do I systematically make it a point to include pauses after presenting complex points or visual elements, to allow sign language interpreters to catch up?”Read more about IPS Self-Assessment #091
“Make sure to control as many external distractions as you possibly can, so they don’t steal your audience members’ attention away from you and yourRead more about Inclusive Speaking Tip #091
“Do I systematically make it a point to speak clearly, and at a normal pace to allow sign language interpreters to catch up?”Read more about IPS Self-Assessment #090
“Be extremely cautious with animated GIF content that strobes, blinks, or flashes rapidly as it may trigger seizures in people with photosensitive epilepsy.”Read more about Inclusive Speaking Tip #090
“Do I systematically remind myself that not everyone in the audience will be proficient in the commonly agreed-upon language used during the event?”Read more about IPS Self-Assessment #089
“Never make the assumption that everyone in the audience will automatically be proficient in the commonly agreed-upon language used during the event.”Read more about Inclusive Speaking Tip #089
“Do I systematically keep in mind that audience members may not feel comfortable outing themselves when asked if everyone can properly hear me?”Read more about IPS Self-Assessment #088
“Consider how motion or animations used in your digital assets help make the information easier to understand for the audience, and if it is evenRead more about Inclusive Speaking Tip #088