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This message is for: K12, Higher Education, Education Consultants (PD Providers), Instructional Designers, Business Owners, and ID Freelances. The Department of Justice (DOJ) has introduced a crucial update to accessibility laws. This new rule, an extension of Title II, applies to state and local governments and aims to make digital content, including educational platforms, inclusive and accessible to all. This rule applies to all programs, services, and activities state and local governments provide, regardless of size. List of examples are found on the ADA website https://lnkd.in/dWvyuda3 📅 Key Deadlines: - Over 50K employees: April 24, 2026 - Under 50K employees: April 26, 2027 Whether you’re just starting or need guidance - don’t worry, we've got your team covered! Making Online Content Accessible for All, will help your team master accessibility design, and ensure your digital content and Learning Management System meet these new standards. 🔗 Ready to get started? Registration link is in the comments. Let’s make digital content and educational platforms accessible for everyone! ⭐ Early enrollment pricing now until November 1, 2024.

According to a report from the Pew Research Center, there are about 42.5 million Americans with disabilities, making up 13% of the civilian noninstitutionalized population. On April 24, 2024, the Federal Register released the Department of Justice's final rule revising Title II regulations of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This rule outlines specific requirements for making web content and mobile applications accessible to individuals with disabilities. Depending on size, organizations have two or three years to comply with this law by meeting Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA. Does your public college, university, or other public entity need to bolster its web accessibility or inclusive design practices? We are available for the following services: ·     Integration of accessibility and Universal Design for Learning in online courses ·     On-site or web-hosted training/webinars: Customized to your needs ·     Online training: Customized to your needs ·     Web accessibility policy-making consultation ·     Assembly of an accessibility team: Processes, standards, templates, etc. ·     Other organizational needs 🌟 Free consultation! ⭐ Message us or email [email protected].

Making sure that websites are accessible for everyone can be a tall order, although it should not be. Not everyone is born with an impairment and for those who have a disability in later life, this may mean that your education needs to start again. It may even lead you to being in a different area of expertise than you were previously in, or needing to learn how to achieve the same results that you used to before you had a disability. Our latest blog, supporting HeX Productions #Education4All campaign, explores the accessibility of higher education websites, the need for inclusive learning environments, and the challenges faced by users of assistive technology accessing online learning courses: https://zurl.co/RiDa #A11y #Accessibility #DigitalAccessibility #Education #Inclusion #WebDesign #WebDevelopment #InclusiveDesign #Teaching #OnlineLearning #Courses

A great and insightful blog from the Accessibility Services team, who explore the need for accessible websites and inclusive learning environments in higher education, and the challenges faced by users of assistive technology when accessing online learning courses. #Education4All #Education #A11y #Accessibility #eLearning #OnlineLearning #HigherEducation #Education #InclusiveDesign #WebDesign #WebDevelopment #DisabilityInclusion #Developer

📢 Are EdTech Companies Ready for the Digital Accessibility Deadline? As the new guidelines for digital accessibility roll out, schools and edtech companies face a tight timeline to ensure their materials are compliant. With April 2026/2027 deadlines approaching, the push for accessible content is more crucial than ever. This move, mandated by the updated Title II of the ADA, aims to eliminate barriers for students with disabilities. 🔗 Read more: https://lnkd.in/dHV4f7ur

Did you know that 1 in 4 people in the US have a disability?  Ensure your website is accessible to everyone, and our new learning platform, AudioEyeQ, is here to help! AudioEyeQ is a free, online, and accessible learning platform that offers expert-led courses to help you master the latest accessibility requirements and best practices. Whether you're new to accessibility or looking to deepen your knowledge, our self-paced training can guide you through every step. Get started at audioeye.com/learn. Transcript: Did you know 1 in 4 people in the US have a disability? You can reach more people in this community with the help of AudioEyeQ, a totally free, online, and accessible way to learn about accessibility. Our self-paced accessibility training platform is built to help you learn the latest accessibility requirements and best practices to make your website more accessible for everyone. Explore courses like The Foundations of Accessibility, which features expert-led instruction in videos—Welcome to AudioEye’s CPACC Preparation Course. Web accessibility makes good business sense. Take charge of your website's accessibility and make sure it works for the 1.3 billion people globally with a disability. Sign up for free at audioeye.com/learn. #Accessibility #WebAccessibility #InclusiveDesign #DigitalInclusion #AccessibleWeb

🚀 How did the COVID-19 pandemic impact web accessibility in higher education? 🚀 The pandemic forced universities to transition rapidly to online learning, revealing a crucial issue: web accessibility for students with disabilities. 🌐 🔍 Our recent study evaluates the accessibility of university homepages from 2018 to 2024, following the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1. 📊 The findings are revealing: 📈 Initial Improvement: Universities quickly improved web accessibility at the pandemic's onset. 📉 A Decline in Progress: Unfortunately, these efforts have not been sustained. Why does this matter? 🔑 Web accessibility is vital for inclusive education. Around 16% of the global population lives with some form of disability, and it's crucial to ensure equal access to online education. 👀 Read the full article to explore how web accessibility can be improved to create a more inclusive digital learning environment: https://lnkd.in/dpa_NbvJ 💡 Question for the community: What steps can universities take to maintain and enhance web accessibility post-pandemic? Let's discuss! 💬 #WebAccessibility #HigherEducation #COVID19 #InclusiveEducation #DigitalInclusion #WCAG #AccessibilityMatters

This article provides insights from educators about how digital accessibility knowledge and responsibility are shared in higher education. Recommendations include extending digital accessibility training beyond individual champions and leveraging communities of practice to share knowledge. Also, to encourage self-directed learning and interdisciplinary employees to take ownership and promote digital accessibility strategies. #accessibility https://lnkd.in/gEg3PBqs

Empowering students with learning disabilities is vital for fostering an inclusive education environment. Explore how text-to-speech (TTS) software is enhancing reading comprehension and supporting universal design in learning. Find out more: https://okt.to/SmuePx

Did you know that ensuring that online spaces are accessible to all is not just a matter of inclusivity but also a legal requirement? ➡️ Explore our guide to ADA Compliance for Higher Education and dive into the essentials of making online educational resources accessible to students with disabilities. https://lnkd.in/eXZEtShT