Ensuring Accessibility in Higher Education Digital Content
A Leading Provider of Higher Education Digital Content
Our client develops digital learning content for higher education, focused on creating accessible materials for a global audience. Committed to accessibility, the client ensured their library of eBooks, assessments, and resources adhered to recognized accessibility guidelines and best practices. Their goal was to enhance usability for all learners, including those with disabilities, while maintaining a seamless user experience.
Books
Pages tested to date
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Identified and logged 1,400+ bugs, providing actionable fixes. -
Accessibility testing was conducted using tools like JAWS and NVDA. -
Delivered detailed bug reports adhering to WCAG standards.
Tools we Used
Challenges in Accessibility for Digital Learning
Comprehensive Accessibility Services for Education
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Utilized assistive technologies like NVDA, JAWS, TalkBack, and VoiceOver for robust accessibility testing. -
Verified designs with tools like Color Contrast Analyzer, Arc Toolkit, and Axe DevTools. -
Developed Accessibility Compliance Reports (ACRs) compliant with WCAG, ADA, and Section 508. -
Provided actionable design recommendations to improve content usability and accessibility. -
Reduced legal risks by ensuring consistent adherence to accessibility guidelines. -
Enabled higher education institutions to achieve their inclusion objectives with ease.
What we did?
Evaluated Content with Assistive Technology 
Verified Designs Using Color Contrast Tools 
Assessed Content Structure for Accessibility 
Conducted Accessibility Usability Testing Evaluated Content with Assistive Technology
We used JAWS and NVDA to assess how accessible content was for users with visual impairments. This evaluation included testing interactive elements, tables, and lists for proper screen reader functionality. The insights were logged in detailed reports for developers. We also identified areas where dynamic content failed to interact seamlessly with screen readers.
Verified Designs Using Color Contrast Tools
Colour contrast plays a crucial role in readability. Using tools like Color Contrast Analyzer and Arc Toolkit, we verified that all text and graphical elements met WCAG compliance. Our testing ensured visual elements were accessible for users with colour blindness or low vision. Additional checks were conducted to ensure interactive graphics adhered to visual accessibility guidelines.
Assessed Content Structure for Accessibility
We reviewed the structure of the content, ensuring a logical flow and proper use of headings, lists, and links. This included thoroughly checking for dynamic content updates and meticulously validating compliance against accessibility standards like WCAG 2.1 and ADA guidelines. Our team ensured the semantic structure of the content fully supported effective keyboard navigation for all users.
Conducted Accessibility Usability Testing
Beyond compliance, we assessed usability by focusing on real-world user interactions. Leveraging a subset of usability testing principles and tools, we evaluated navigation, functionality, and responsiveness to ensure seamless and accessible user experiences. Additionally, we gathered valuable user feedback to enhance intuitive interaction for individuals relying on assistive technologies.
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