Institutional Digital Accessibility & Inclusion Audit Checklist

This checklist helps evaluate your institution’s policies and practices in key areas related to digital accessibility, faculty support, student equity, and technology integration.

1. Digital Accessibility

• Are online courses, materials, and platforms accessible per WCAG 2.1 and DOJ requirements?
• Are all digital materials (documents, videos, images, etc.) compliant with WCAG 2.1 AA standards?
• Are captioning, transcripts, and alt text consistently provided for multimedia content?
• Do all learning platforms, LMS, and digital tools integrate accessibility features (e.g., screen reader compatibility, keyboard navigation)?
• Is there a process for reviewing and remediating inaccessible course content?
• Does the institution conduct regular accessibility audits and provide faculty with training on digital accessibility best practices?

2. Faculty Support & Training

• Are faculty provided with professional development on inclusive instructional design and UDL?
• Are faculty required or encouraged to complete accessibility and Universal Design for Learning (UDL) training?
• Does the institution provide ongoing professional development on inclusive teaching strategies?
• Are instructional designers or accessibility specialists available to assist faculty?
• Do faculty have access to tools and resources for creating accessible content (e.g., accessibility checkers, captioning software)?
• Are there incentives or recognition programs for faculty implementing inclusive teaching practices?

3. Student Support & Equity

• Are there clear policies ensuring equitable access to technology, digital resources, and learning accommodations?
• Does the institution provide loaner devices (laptops, hotspots, assistive tech) to students in need?
• Are digital resources (e.g., e-textbooks, courseware) affordable and accessible to all students?
• Are accommodations (extended time, alternative formats, assistive technology) easily available and clearly communicated?
• Are accessibility services and IT support trained in digital accessibility best practices?
• Does the institution track and address equity gaps in digital access and course success rates?

4. Technology & Innovation

• Does the institution leverage AI tools, adaptive learning platforms, and inclusive tech solutions effectively?
• Are AI-powered tools (e.g., chatbots, writing assistants, text-to-speech) integrated into student services and learning experiences?
• Does the institution use adaptive learning platforms that personalize learning pathways?
• Are digital tools evaluated for bias, accessibility, and ethical AI practices?
• Do faculty and students receive training on responsible AI use?
• Are emerging technologies piloted and assessed for their impact on inclusion and learning outcomes?