Can you imagine learning without video anymore? It is so useful, so efficient, and so pervasive. However not everyone can easily grasp all parts of every video. What are some strategies we can use to make our teaching videos more usable for more people? In this talk, we will discuss Universal Design for Learning principles and how we can be thoughtful about improving accessibility and reducing cognitive load for all types of learners.

Jeff Day is an assistant professor in medical and biological illustration at Johns Hopkins University, where he teaches animation and design. Jeff has also worked as a digital media specialist at the US National Library of Medicine, National Institutes of Health, focusing on improving online engagement. He holds a BA in biology and MD from Case Western Reserve University, and an MA in medical and biological illustration from Johns Hopkins University.

This talk is part of the 2022 BMC Speakers Series: Tricks of the Trade. Our exciting lineup of biomedical science professionals can be found here.