Aperture Academy

Assistive Technology Support

Aperture Academy aims to provide a seamless experience for users who rely on assistive technologies, such as screen readers, screen magnifiers, voice recognition software, and keyboard navigation. We are continuously testing and improving our website to ensure compatibility with a wide range of assistive technologies.

Specifically, we focus on ensuring that:

• All images have descriptive alternative text that accurately conveys the content and purpose of the image to users who cannot see it.
• All interactive elements, such as links, buttons, and form fields, are properly labeled and accessible via keyboard navigation.
• The website's structure is clear and logical, with appropriate use of headings, landmarks, and semantic HTML to facilitate navigation and understanding.
• The color contrast between text and background meets WCAG 2.1 AA standards to ensure readability for users with low vision or color blindness.
• The website is responsive and adapts to different screen sizes and devices, including desktops, laptops, tablets, and smartphones.
• Video and audio content includes captions, transcripts, or audio descriptions to make it accessible to users who are deaf or hard of hearing.
• Forms are designed with clear labels, instructions, and error messages to assist users in completing them accurately and efficiently.
• ARIA (Accessible Rich Internet Applications) attributes are used appropriately to enhance the accessibility of dynamic content and interactive components.

We understand that assistive technology is constantly evolving, and we are committed to staying up-to-date with the latest developments to ensure that our website remains compatible and accessible.

Accessibility Features Implemented

To ensure a positive and inclusive experience for all users, Aperture Academy has implemented the following accessibility features:

• Keyboard Navigation: Our website can be fully navigated using a keyboard, allowing users who cannot use a mouse to access all content and functionality.
• Alternative Text for Images: Every image includes descriptive alternative text, providing context and information to users who are blind or visually impaired. For example, instead of alt="image", a photograph of a koala in a eucalyptus tree will have alt="Koala sitting in a eucalyptus tree in Queensland, Australia."
• Clear and Consistent Structure: The website uses a clear and consistent structure with headings, subheadings, and lists to facilitate navigation and understanding.
• Sufficient Color Contrast: We have ensured that the color contrast between text and background meets WCAG 2.1 AA standards, making it easier for users with low vision or color blindness to read the content.
• Resizable Text: Users can easily resize the text on our website without losing content or functionality.
• Descriptive Link Text: All links have descriptive text that clearly indicates the destination of the link.
• Form Accessibility: Our forms are designed with clear labels, instructions, and error messages to assist users in completing them accurately.
• Skip Navigation Link: A "skip to content" link is provided at the beginning of each page, allowing users to bypass repetitive navigation menus and jump directly to the main content.
• Semantic HTML: We use semantic HTML elements to structure our content, making it easier for assistive technologies to understand and interpret.

We are committed to continuously monitoring and improving our website's accessibility features to ensure that it remains inclusive and user-friendly for all.