D2L Unveils Accessibility+ to Enhance Digital Learning
New solution can help bring more scalable, sustainable, and human-centered digital accessibility to education
D2L, a global leader in learning innovation, has introduced Accessibility+, a new solution aimed at addressing the unique needs of learners and providing equitable access to content. This unveiling occurred at the annual Fusion user conference. Accessibility+ is designed in collaboration with experts from ansrsource and offers a powerful blend of AI-driven automation alongside human oversight, ensuring inclusive WCAG 2.2 AA-compliant learning experiences across diverse content types.
Promoting Equity in Education
Accessibility+ is dedicated to increasing equity within education by eliminating common barriers that learners encounter. Educational institutions in K-12, higher education, and corporate sectors often grapple with challenges like tight budgets and complex content ecosystems. Accessibility+ presents a flexible, affordable, and sustainable solution that expands as the institution's needs grow.
Service Levels Designed for Diverse Needs
The program features two service levels: Accessibility+ Starter and Accessibility+ Enterprise. These tiers are tailored to assist organizations in creating accessible learning experiences, driving tangible learning outcomes.
D2L Accessibility+ offers the following features:
- Comprehensive Coverage: It scans PDFs, HTML, videos, SCORM content, and external links for accessibility compliance.
- Intelligent Automation: With the Accessibility+ Enterprise tier, it can deliver up to 60% of common fixes, alongside advanced tagging for complex elements like tables and lists.
- Continuous Monitoring: The solution proactively scans for accessibility issues as content is created or updated.
- Valuable Insights: Users receive dashboards and reports providing actionable data to promote institution-wide progress.
- Global Support: Accessibility+ accommodates Unicode and ASCII character sets, including languages that read from right to left.
A Commitment to Inclusive Learning
According to Kenneth Chapman, SVP of Strategic Alliances & Channel Sales at D2L, "Accessibility is more than just a compliance requirement; it's a genuine commitment to the needs of learners." He highlighted how D2L Accessibility+ combines AI's speed with human expertise to help organizations cater to diverse learner needs.
Collaboration with ansrsource
ansrsource has over 20 years of experience working with universities, corporations, and learning providers, specializing in Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and digital accessibility. Their managed services model offers expert consultation, customized training, and remediation workflows that align with content and governance strategies.
Rajiv Narayana, President and CEO of ansrsource, expressed excitement about the partnership, stating, "We closely monitor learning gaps to create effective solutions like Accessibility+." This collaboration showcases their commitment to resolving diverse learning challenges.
Availability of D2L Accessibility+
D2L Accessibility+ is now accessible for D2L Brightspace customers. Institutions can initiate small implementations that expand rapidly, supported by expert training and resources.
About D2L
D2L is dedicated to revolutionizing learning globally, empowering learners of all ages to exceed their own expectations. Collaborating with clients worldwide, D2L supports millions engaged in both offline and online learning. With an expanding global workforce, the company remains committed to crafting exceptional learning products that improve the world.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Accessibility+ from D2L?
Accessibility+ is D2L's innovative solution designed to enhance digital learning accessibility for diverse learner needs.
How does Accessibility+ benefit organizations?
This solution provides scalable, flexible, and cost-effective options for creating more inclusive learning environments in education and corporate settings.
What features does Accessibility+ offer?
It includes comprehensive coverage, smart automation, continuous monitoring, insightful reporting, and global support for various languages.
Who developed Accessibility+?
Accessibility+ was developed in partnership with ansrsource, leveraging their expertise in Universal Design for Learning and digital accessibility.
Is Accessibility+ available for all D2L users?
Yes, Accessibility+ is available for customers using D2L Brightspace, allowing them to start small and scale quickly.
