LearnSphere's Commitment to Accessibility
At LearnSphere, we are dedicated to providing a welcoming and inclusive online learning environment for all individuals. We firmly believe that everyone, regardless of their abilities or disabilities, should have equal access to quality education. This commitment drives our continuous efforts to ensure that our website and online courses are accessible to the widest possible audience.
Our accessibility efforts are guided by the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, Level AA. These guidelines outline best practices for making web content more accessible to people with disabilities. We strive to meet or exceed these standards in all aspects of our website and course development.
We understand that accessibility is an ongoing process, and we are continuously working to improve the accessibility of our platform. Our team regularly reviews and updates our website and courses to address accessibility barriers and enhance the user experience for all learners. We incorporate accessibility considerations into our design, development, and content creation processes from the outset, ensuring that accessibility is a core principle in everything we do.
Assistive Technologies
LearnSphere is designed to be compatible with a wide range of assistive technologies, including screen readers, screen magnifiers, voice recognition software, and keyboard navigation tools. We have taken steps to ensure that users can effectively navigate and interact with our website and courses using these technologies.
Specifically, we have implemented the following accessibility features:
- Semantic HTML: We use semantic HTML elements to structure our content, providing clear and meaningful information to assistive technologies.
- Alternative Text: All images and non-text content have descriptive alternative text (alt text) that conveys their purpose and meaning.
- Keyboard Navigation: Our website can be fully navigated using a keyboard, allowing users who cannot use a mouse to access all features and content.
- Color Contrast: We ensure sufficient color contrast between text and background colors to improve readability for users with low vision.
- Resizable Text: Users can easily adjust the text size without losing content or functionality.
- Clear and Consistent Navigation: Our website has a clear and consistent navigation structure, making it easy for users to find the information they need.
- Captions and Transcripts: All video and audio content includes captions and transcripts, providing access for users who are deaf or hard of hearing.
- Forms and Input Fields: Forms and input fields are designed to be accessible to users with disabilities, including clear labels and instructions.
We regularly test our website and courses with assistive technologies to identify and address any accessibility issues. Our goal is to create an inclusive learning experience that empowers all students to achieve their educational goals.
Reporting Accessibility Issues
We are committed to continuous improvement and welcome feedback from our users regarding the accessibility of LearnSphere. If you encounter any accessibility barriers while using our website or courses, please let us know. Your feedback is valuable and will help us to enhance the accessibility of our platform for everyone.
To report an accessibility issue, please contact us using the following methods:
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: (650) 555-0123 ext. 711
- Mailing Address: Accessibility Team, LearnSphere, 380 Portage Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94306, USA
Please provide as much detail as possible about the accessibility issue you encountered, including the specific web page or course content, the assistive technology you were using, and the steps you took to reproduce the issue. We will investigate your report and take appropriate action to address the accessibility barrier.
We strive to respond to all accessibility inquiries within three business days. Our team is dedicated to resolving accessibility issues promptly and effectively.
LearnSphere is dedicated to fostering an accessible and inclusive learning community. By working together, we can create a learning environment that is accessible and equitable for all individuals. We appreciate your support and collaboration in our ongoing efforts to promote accessibility.
This accessibility statement was last updated on October 26, 2025, by Dr. Eleanor Vance, LearnSphere's Chief Accessibility Officer.