The Tools You’ll Find on My Desk for an Instructional Design Accessibility Audit

I recently completed an instructional design accessibility audit for one of my clients. This type of audit assesses how well online educational resources line up with Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2, which makes content more accessible to a wider range of people with disabilities.

As I dove into the project, I laughed at the growing pile of reference tools and documents on my desk. So, I thought it would be fun to share my “Go To” resources!

RPH ServicesLeah RomanMarch 12, 2025accessibility, Instructional Design, e-Learning, Public healthComment

Three Tips for Writing Effective Alt Text in your Online Learning Content

A few weeks ago I posted about Alternative Text (Alt Text) on LinkedIn. I included a poll where I asked my connections and followers: “How well do you/your organization use Alt Text in your online learning and communication efforts?”

One hundred percent of respondents told me that they do not consistently use Alt Text.

So I thought this would be a great topic for a blog post!

EducationalLeah RomanFebruary 11, 2025Public health, Instructional Design, e-Learning, accessibilityComment

Roman Public Health Consulting: 2024 Reflections and 2025 Planning

Last year, my blog readers and LinkedIn connections shared that they really enjoyed my post on reflections and planning for the upcoming year, so I’m happy to make it an annual feature on the blog.

RPH ServicesLeah RomanJanuary 15, 2025Public health, consulting, Consultants, Business PlanningComment

Three Big Roman Public Health Consulting Wins in 2024

Happy December! It’s hard to believe, but it’s time for the last RPH blog for 2024.

As I’m reflecting and planning for 2025, I’ve made note of three big wins for my business in the past year: launching retainer contracts, hiring more subcontractors, and hiring a project coordinator.

RPH ServicesLeah RomanDecember 10, 2024Public health, consulting, Instructional Design, e-Learning, EntrepreneursComment

What’s The Difference Between Retainer-Based and Project-Based Public Health Instructional Design Services?

Last week I was chatting with a client about my hands on instructional design services and they asked me: “What kinds of projects work better as retainer vs. project or deliverable-based contracts?”

Great question! In today’s blog post, we’ll define each type of agreement, project examples, and client benefits.

RPH ServicesLeah RomanNovember 12, 2024Public health, Instructional Design, e-Learning, ConsultantsComment

The Learning Guild's Connecting Learning to Performance Online Conference: Key E-Learning Takeaways and Resources

One of my favorite professional development investments is my Learning Guild Online Conferences membership. Last week I had the pleasure of attending their Connecting Learning to Performance Online Conference. Since I never want to lose track of the key takeaways and resources from conferences, I’ve started sharing them here on the blog and discussing how they’ll strengthen my consulting work in e-learning instructional design.