The Distance and Online Learning Section’s Web Committee continuously strives to build an inclusive, accessible web experience. We selected our WordPress theme and stock photography with inclusivity and accessibility in mind and regularly review new site content for accessibility barriers. If you experience a barrier or exclusion on our website, please contact the Web Committee co-chairs.
DOLS Website Content Accessibility Checklist
Color
- Color alone is not used to convey meaning
- Color meets contrast requirements
Learn more: Color Contrast Checker: Web Aim
Headings
- There is only one h1 (the title)
- Headings are nested appropriately and not skipped
Learn more: Semantic Structure: Web Aim
Images
- Reduce use of complex images (ex. Infographics)
- Include descriptive alt text
Learn more: Alt Text for images: Web Aim
Links
- Link text is unique and descriptive
Learn more: Descriptive Links: Web Aim
HTML
- Non-image content is coded, not presented as a complex image
Tables
- Tables include descriptive captions
- Table rows and/or columns have headers
Learn more: Accessible Tables: Web Aim
Forms
- Fields are arranged logically
- Fields are keyboard accessible
- Fields are labeled in a way visible to screen readers
Learn more: Accessible Forms: Web Aim
Files & Video
- Files and video available on the website follow the above guidelines and document specific guidelines to ensure an accessible experience for our community.