Over the past year, trust in higher education institutions has dropped significantly, with only 36% of American adults expressing “a great deal” or “quite a lot” of confidence in them. Factors like rising tuition costs, the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, and doubts about the value of a college education have all fueled this growing…
Universities must adapt and find innovative ways to capture the hearts and minds of nontraditional students. One hyperbole that comes to mind when discussing this issue is comparing navigating a traditional website as a nontraditional student. Finding one’s way through a dense jungle without any guidance or tools can be overwhelming. It is important to…
From educational resources and e-commerce to social interactions and governmental services, the web connects us to countless opportunities. However, for individuals with disabilities, these digital frontiers can often become frustrating barriers to overcome. This is where web accessibility comes into play, paving the way for an inclusive online landscape that leaves no one behind. At…
Make documents, images, and ideas available to all students, regardless of ability Online class offerings have increased accessibility to education, but not for everyone. If you look at the word “accessibility” in the dictionary, it has several definitions that all mean the same thing: The quality of being usable, reachable, obtainable. While colleges and universities…
Creating an inclusive web experience is more important than ever. Ensuring your website is accessible to all users, including those with disabilities, isn’t just a best practice—it’s a necessity. In this blog, we’ll explore practical examples and provide code snippets to help you implement key accessibility features. From improving screen reader compatibility to enhancing…
All elements have a contrast ratio of 4.5:1 (7:1 AAA) other than: Large scale text and images can be 3:1 (4.5:1 AAA). Purely decorative, logos, or inactive elements that don’t matter, have no contrast ratio requirements. Designing for color contrast is straightforward in many situations. Contrast checkers take the background color and the foreground color,…
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