Accessibility compliance auditing

Accessibility Compliance Auditing

Evaluate learning materials and technology for WCAG, Section 508, and accessibility compliance with remediation recommendations.

Overview

This skill enables comprehensive accessibility auditing of learning materials and educational technology. It encompasses WCAG evaluation, Section 508 compliance, assistive technology compatibility, and remediation planning to ensure equitable access to learning.

Capabilities

WCAG Evaluation

• Apply WCAG 2.1 guidelines
• Test perceivability criteria
• Evaluate operability
• Assess understandability
• Verify robustness

Section 508 Compliance

• Apply Section 508 standards
• Evaluate electronic content
• Test software accessibility
• Assess web accessibility
• Document compliance

Assistive Technology Testing

• Test with screen readers
• Evaluate keyboard navigation
• Check color contrast
• Test caption quality
• Verify alternative text

Remediation Planning

• Prioritize accessibility issues
• Develop remediation recommendations
• Create action plans
• Estimate remediation effort
• Document solutions

Usage Guidelines

Audit Process

1. Define audit scope
2. Select evaluation methods
3. Conduct automated testing
4. Perform manual testing
5. Document findings
6. Prioritize issues
7. Develop remediation plan

Testing Methods

• Automated scanning tools
• Manual keyboard testing
• Screen reader testing
• Color contrast analysis
• Document accessibility check

Documentation Standards

• List all issues found
• Reference WCAG criteria
• Describe impact on users
• Provide remediation guidance
• Track remediation status

Integration Points

Related Processes

• UDL Implementation
• Quality Matters Review
• E-Learning Course Authoring

Collaborating Skills

• multimedia-learning-design
• elearning-storyboarding
• quality-assurance-review

References

• WCAG 2.1 Guidelines
• Section 508 Standards
• POUR principles
• Web Accessibility Initiative resources