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Inclusive Digital Learning: Standards, Strategies, and Trends in Accessibility

Inclusive Digital Learning: Standards, Strategies, and Trends in Accessibility
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Author(s): Rae Mancilla (University of Pittsburgh, USA)and Barbara A. Frey (Point Park University, USA)
Copyright: 2026
Pages: 32
Source title: Advancing Access to Digital Learning: Innovations, Frameworks, and Solutions
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Florence W. Williams (University of Central Florida, USA)
DOI: 10.4018/979-8-3373-8795-6.ch001

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Abstract

As online and hybrid programs become increasingly common in higher education, ensuring digital accessibility is essential for fostering inclusive learning experiences. This chapter equips faculty, administrators, and instructional designers with strategies for authoring digitally accessible content. It outlines key legislation related to accessibility compliance, including the ADA, Sections 504 and 508 of the Rehabilitation Act, and Title II updates. Plus, the chapter highlights Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG), Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles, and other frameworks for accessible design. It shares best practices and tools for developing accessible documents, multimedia, and mobile content. Lastly, the chapter explores the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in supporting inclusiveness, as well as other future trends in digital accessibility.

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