Emoji Overload: Accessibility in the Age of AI

Artificial intelligence tools increasingly generate content filled with emojis, icons and visual embellishments. While these elements can add personality and engagement, they can also introduce barriers related to accessibility, usability, readability and interpretation. This session examines how assistive technologies interpret emojis, discusses when emojis enhance or hinder communication, and reviews practical strategies for using visual elements intentionally in educational and professional contexts.