The EU Web Accessibility Directive to usher in an inclusive learning experience

The EU Web Accessibility Directive to usher in an inclusive learning experience

October 5, 2020

© Luiza Nalimova

Stewart Watts, Vice President EMEA, D2L, outlines the background of the EU Web Accessibility Directive and discusses its increased importance given the context of the increased move to online learning we’ve seen due to COVID

In the current period of uncertainty and change, some may be forgiven for missing a significant milestone achieved by the EU Web Accessibility Directive last week. Following the directive coming into force, all public sector websites across the EU must now be accessible for individuals with disabilities. This is a watershed moment for digital accessibility and will have a considerable impact on some schools and universities nationwide.

Although students in the UK returned to the classroom this month, recent suggestions from the National Education Union for part-time, or rota-based, school education have underscored the one constant that has been with us since the national [...]

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