Heading structure

 

Automated Scanning with UDOIT

The UDOIT tool scans the HTML of the following content items to identify potential issues:

  • Announcements
  • Assignments
  • Classic Quiz Instructions
  • Discussions
  • Pages
  • Syllabus & Module URLs

UDOIT specifically looks for issues with existing Page Headings (H2, H3, H4...).

Why Headings Matter

Headings are responsive design elements. They automatically change size to fit screens on different devices (phones, tablets, desktops), ensuring your content is readable everywhere.


Understanding Heading Levels

H1

Main Title

Use this once per page for the main document title.

H2

Subsection

Major sections within the document.

H3
Topic within a Subsection

Breaking down subsections further.

H4
Detailed Topic

Specific details within a topic.


Summary & Key Takeaways

  • Avoid "Title" or "Subtitle" styles. Instead, use Heading 1 (H1) for the title of the document or page. When exporting to PDF or other formats, "Title" and "Subtitle" styles may not be recognized by screen readers.
  • Create correctly from the start. Use heading structures during the initial creation of documents rather than retroactively updating them.
  • Digital Literacy. This workflow may take a little getting used to, but it will help you integrate accessibility as part of your own digital literacy across different tools.
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