Accessibility Resources

Use these accessibility resources to improve your website

Web accessibility is one of the hottest topics in K-12 education, thanks to the concerns of educators and parents. That's why we've built our Accessibility Resource Center - to give you timely, helpful resources that help you understand and take action on accessibility concerns. Download any of our resources for free below.

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• Accessibility FAQ

  What is accessibility, and why does it matter for schools and districts? For a quick overview of the basics on accessibility, start here. You'll find answers to the most common questions and quickly get up to speed on the issues.

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• Digital Accessibility Toolkit for Schools

  Created specifically for K-12 administrators and state educational leaders, this resource from the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN) and the Center on Technology and Disability (CTD) provides a comprehensive introduction to the issues around making school websites and other technologies accessible. In "Digital Accessibility Toolkit: What Education Leaders Need to Know," readers can find information on technology procurement, legal issues, and the benefits of making technologies accessible.

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• Section 508 Standards Decoded

  Produced by communications professionals at the Capital Region BOCES in New York, this resource highlights key technical standards from Section 508 of the amended Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (the only set of technology accessibility standards that have their basis in the law) and describes them in less technical terms for web content authors. The ideal resource for K-12 professionals who manage school websites, no matter what their technical skill set.

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• Accessibility Tips For Web Authors

  This guide from the Communications Service team at the Capital Region BOCES in New York outlines simple steps web content managers can take to improve accessibility. Follow these simple tips to make your school or district website more accessible.

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