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D2L Launches Accessibility+ to Revolutionize Digital Learning

D2L, a trailblazer in the realm of learning innovation, has announced the launch of D2L Accessibility+ during its annual Fusion user conference. This new solution is designed to address the unique needs of learners and provide equitable access to digital content. In collaboration with the accessibility and learning optimization experts at ansrsource, D2L Accessibility+ aims to enhance the digital learning experience by integrating AI-driven automation with human expertise.

A Commitment to Equity in Education

At its core, D2L Accessibility+ seeks to bridge the accessibility gap in education. Learners across K-12, higher education, and corporate sectors often encounter significant barriers, including tight budgets and a complex content environment. This solution offers flexibility, affordability, and sustainability to institutions, allowing them to scale their accessibility efforts effectively.

Accessibility+ comes with two service tiers: Accessibility+ Starter and Accessibility+ Enterprise. These tiers are intended to help educational organizations create accessible learning experiences and achieve meaningful educational outcomes. With a full-spectrum coverage that includes an accessibility scan for a variety of content formats—PDFs, HTML, videos, SCORM files, and external links—D2L aims to ensure comprehensive support for digital learning content.

Key Features of D2L Accessibility+

1. Smart Automation: The Enterprise tier can rectify up to 60% of common accessibility issues and offers advanced tagging for complex content structures, such as tables and lists.
2. Continuous Monitoring: The system is designed for ongoing accessibility checks, proactively identifying gaps as new content is created or existing material is updated.
3. Insightful Analytics: Dashboards and reports deliver actionable insights, helping institutions track progress in their accessibility initiatives and enhancing overall learning outcomes.
4. Global and Multilingual Support: The service accommodates Unicode and ASCII character sets, including support for right-to-left languages, making it suitable for diverse learning environments.

As Kenneth Chapman, SVP of Strategic Alliances & Channel Sales at D2L, noted, “Accessibility is not merely a compliance issue; it represents a commitment to learners.” He emphasized that with Accessibility+, organizations can effectively address the diverse needs of their learners, utilizing the efficiency of AI alongside the attentiveness of human experts.

Partnering for Success

The collaboration with ansrsource brings over two decades of experience in digital accessibility and Universal Design for Learning (UDL). Their managed services model is focused on providing expert consultation, personalized training, and tailored remediation workflows that align with the unique content and governance strategies of each institution.

Rajiv Narayana, President and CEO of ansrsource, expressed enthusiasm for the partnership, stating, “We are excited to work with D2L to co-develop Accessibility+. This collaboration allows us to tackle diverse learning challenges while ensuring our solutions are as effective and responsive as possible.”

Availability and Implementation

D2L Accessibility+ is available for customers of D2L Brightspace, allowing institutions to start with introductory implementations and scale quickly. With comprehensive support and expert training, organizations are equipped to create more inclusive and equitable digital learning experiences for their students.

For more information or to request a demo, visit D2L Accessibility+.

About ansrsource

ansrsource specializes in optimizing learning by addressing challenges related to training and education workflows. Their adaptive workforce methodologies enable them to deliver AI-enhanced learning solutions that facilitate improved engagement, competency, and operational excellence.

About D2L

D2L is redefining the learning experience, empowering learners of various ages to achieve their highest potential. By working closely with global clients, D2L helps millions of individuals engage with educational content both online and offline. Their commitment to excellence drives the development of innovative learning products that contribute positively to society. Discover more about D2L's offerings at D2L.com.