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Core practices include:
Accessible documents and webpages should also support keyboard navigation, avoid opening links in unexpected new windows, and use clear, descriptive link text.
These practices align with federal requirements under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, and with the widely adopted Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, which define international standards for perceivable, operable, understandable, and robust digital content. Following these basics helps faculty create learning environments that are compliant, inclusive, and usable for everyone.
"The WCAG 2 is a “stable, referenceable, technical standard” developed by the World Wide Web Consortium intended to guide the creation of accessible websites and web content. WCAG is divided into four principles: perceivable, operable, understandable, and robust. Each principle is ultimately divided into testable success criteria. Success criteria are rated A, AA, or AAA depending on how important and how demanding achieving the required standard is." From Yale University, Usability & Web Accessibility, WCAG Overview
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The Chester Fritz Library has collaborated with all vendors to ensure a VPAT is on file. If there are specific concerns about the accessibility of a library resource, please contact us directly, and we will reach out to the publisher or vendor.
The best practice for linking to library resources is using the permalink, which is a stable link that directs users straight to the specific resource you're referencing.
Additionally, as part of our affordability initiative, if a portion of the work needs to be scanned after a fair use analysis, we will ensure it is limited to the individuals in the class and made digitally accessible.