Our Accessibility Commitment
At EduVerse, we believe that online learning should be accessible to everyone, regardless of their abilities. We are committed to ensuring our platform meets the needs of all learners, including those with visual, auditory, cognitive, and motor impairments. We strive to adhere to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, Level AA, which are internationally recognized standards for web accessibility.
Our team works diligently to incorporate accessibility best practices into every aspect of our platform, from course design to website development. We regularly evaluate our website and courses to identify and address any accessibility barriers. We also welcome feedback from our users to help us improve our accessibility efforts.
Key Accessibility Features
- Alternative Text for Images: All images on our website and within our courses include descriptive alternative text, allowing screen readers to convey the content and purpose of the images to users with visual impairments.
- Keyboard Navigation: Our website and courses are fully navigable using a keyboard, allowing users who cannot use a mouse to access all content and functionality.
- Clear and Consistent Navigation: We have designed our website with a clear and consistent navigation structure, making it easy for users to find the information they need.
- Sufficient Color Contrast: We ensure that there is sufficient color contrast between text and background colors throughout our platform, making it easier for users with low vision or color blindness to read the content.
- Adjustable Text Size: Users can easily adjust the text size on our website to suit their individual needs. We also ensure that our website is responsive, so that the text reflows appropriately at different sizes.
- Captions and Transcripts for Videos: All videos within our courses include accurate captions and transcripts, making them accessible to users who are deaf or hard of hearing.
- Structured Headings: We use structured headings (H1, H2, H3, etc.) to organize our content, making it easier for screen reader users to navigate and understand the structure of our website and courses.
- Forms with Clear Labels: All forms on our website include clear and descriptive labels, making it easier for users to understand the purpose of each field and to fill out the forms correctly.
- Skip Navigation Link: A "Skip to Content" link is provided at the top of each page, allowing users to bypass the navigation menu and go directly to the main content.
- ARIA Attributes: We use ARIA (Accessible Rich Internet Applications) attributes to enhance the accessibility of dynamic content and interactive elements on our website.
WCAG Compliance Table
The following table outlines our adherence to specific WCAG 2.1 Level AA success criteria. This is not an exhaustive list, but it highlights some of the key areas where we are working to ensure accessibility.
| WCAG Guideline | Success Criterion | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.1 Text Alternatives | 1.1.1 Non-text Content | Provide text alternatives for any non-text content so that it can be changed into other forms people need, such as large print, braille, speech, symbols or simpler language. | Compliant |
| 1.3 Adaptable | 1.3.1 Info and Relationships | Information, structure, and relationships conveyed through presentation can be programmatically determined or are available in text. | Compliant |
| 1.4 Distinguishable | 1.4.3 Contrast (Minimum) | The visual presentation of text and images of text has a contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1. | Compliant |
| 2.1 Keyboard Accessible | 2.1.1 Keyboard | All functionality of the content is operable through a keyboard interface without requiring specific timings for individual keystrokes. | Compliant |
| 2.2 Enough Time | 2.2.1 Timing Adjustable | For each time limit that is set by the content, at least one of the following is true: Turn off, Adjust, Extend, Delay, No Limit, Essential Exception. | Compliant |
| 2.4 Navigable | 2.4.4 Link Purpose (In Context) | The purpose of each link can be determined from the link text alone or from the link text together with its programmatically determined link context. | Compliant |
| 3.1 Readable | 3.1.1 Language of Page | The human language of each page can be programmatically determined. | Compliant |
| 4.1 Compatible | 4.1.2 Name, Role, Value | For all user interface components (including but not limited to form elements, links and components generated by scripts), the name and role can be programmatically determined; states, properties, and values that can be set by the user can be programmatically set; and notification of changes to these items is available to user agents, including assistive technologies. | Compliant |
Known Limitations
Despite our best efforts, some areas of our website may not yet be fully accessible. We are continually working to improve the accessibility of our platform, and we appreciate your patience and understanding. We are aware that some older course materials, particularly those from acquired content, may not fully meet our current accessibility standards. We are actively reviewing and updating these materials to ensure they meet WCAG 2.1 Level AA guidelines.
Contact Us
If you encounter any accessibility barriers while using our website or courses, or if you have any suggestions for how we can improve our accessibility, please contact us. We value your feedback and are committed to providing a positive learning experience for all users. You can reach our accessibility team by email at accessibility@eduverse.com or by phone at (555) 123-4567. Our team, led by Anya Sharma, is dedicated to addressing accessibility concerns promptly and effectively.