1.1 Text Alternatives

Provide text alternatives for any non-text content so that it can be changed into other forms people need, such as large print, braille, speech, symbols, or simpler language.

1.1.1 Non-text Content (Level A)

Also applies to revised Section 508:

• 501 (Web)(Software)
• 504.2 (Authoring Tool)
• 602.3 (Support Docs)

Supports

Test methods: IAT, SBT, SRT

The product does not utilize 

• Time-based media
• CAPTCHA
• Tests that contain non-textual content

The product was tested for

• Non-text content that is presented to the user has a text alternative.
• Controls that accept user input have meaningful labels and describe its purpose.
• Non-text content that is for presentation purposes only is implemented in a way that can be ignored by an AT.

1.2.1 Audio-only and Video-only (Prerecorded) (Level A)

Also applies to revised Section 508:

• 501 (Web)(Software)
• 504.2 (Authoring Tool)
• 602.3 (Support Docs)

Not Applicable

Test Methods: Not applicable

None of the ConexED system components utilize audio-only or pre-recorded video-only media.

1.2.2 Captions (Prerecorded) (Level A)

Also applies to revised Section 508:

• 501 (Web)(Software)
• 504.2 (Authoring Tool)
• 602.3 (Support Docs)

Not Applicable

Test Methods: Not applicable

None of the ConexED system components utilize audio-only or pre-recorded video-only media.

1.2.3 Audio Description or Media Alternative (Prerecorded) (Level A)

Also applies to revised Section 508:

• 501 (Web)(Software)
• 504.2 (Authoring Tool)
• 602.3 (Support Docs)

Not Applicable

Test Methods: Not applicable

None of the ConexED system components utilize video synchronized media.

1.2.4 Captions (Live) (Level AA)

Also applies to revised Section 508:

• 501 (Web)(Software)
• 504.2 (Authoring Tool)
• 602.3 (Support Docs)

Supports

Test Methods: MAT

The ConexED system provides real-time closed captioning utilizing a Chrome API. A caption editor allows any meeting participant to edit captions to ensure 100% accuracy.

1.2.5 Audio Description (Prerecorded) (Level AA)

Also applies to revised Section 508:

• 501 (Web)(Software)
• 504.2 (Authoring Tool)
• 602.3 (Support Docs)

Not Applicable

Test Methods: Not applicable

The ConexED system does not utilize prerecorded audio content.

1.2.6 Sign Language (Prerecorded) (Level AAA)

Not Applicable

Test Methods: Not applicable

The ConexED system does not utilize sign language interpretation.

1.2.7 Extended Audio Description (Prerecorded) (Level AAA)

Not Applicable

Test Methods: Not applicable

The ConexED system does not utilize prerecorded synchronized media.

1.2.8 Media Alternative (Prerecorded) (Level AAA)

Not Applicable

Test Methods: Not applicable

The ConexED system does not utilize prerecorded synchronized media.

1.2.9 Audio-only (Live) (Level AAA)

Not Applicable

Test Methods: Not applicable

The ConexED system does not utilize live audio-only content

1.3 Adaptable

Create content that can be presented in different ways (for example simpler layout) without losing information or structure.

1.3.1 Info and Relationships (Level A)

Also applies to revised Section 508:

• 501 (Web)(Software)
• 504.2 (Authoring Tool)
• 602.3 (Support Docs)

Test Methods: IAT, TBT, SRT, MAT

The product was tested for

• Column and Row headers on data tables
• No information is solely conveyed through the style sheet.
• Tables (Grids and Boxes) used for layout purposes.

1.3.2 Meaningful Sequence (Level A)

Also applies to revised Section 508:

• 501 (Web)(Software)
• 504.2 (Authoring Tool)
• 602.3 (Support Docs)

Test Methods: SRT, MAT

The product was tested to ensure that the sequence in which content is presented is in a logical tab order.

1.3.3 Sensory Characteristics  (Level A)

Also applies to revised Section 508:

• 501 (Web)(Software)
• 504.2 (Authoring Tool)
• 602.3 (Support Docs)

Test Methods: MAT

• The product does not use color, shape, size, or sound as the only means of conveying content to users.
• Testing was done for sensory characteristics such as visual location and orientation.

1.3.4 Orientation (Level AA)

Test Methods: MAT

The ConexED system does not restrict usage to a single display orientation.

1.3.5 Identify Input Purpose (Level AA)

Test Methods: IAT, TBT, SRT, MAT

The product was tested to ensure that input field purposes can be programmatically determined.

1.3.6 Identify Purpose (Level AAA)

Not Applicable

Test Methods: Not applicable

The ConexED system does not use markup languages for the purpose of user interface components, icons, and regions.

1.4 Distinguishable

Make it easier for users to see and hear content including separating foreground from background.

1.4.1 Use of Color (Level A)

Also applies to revised Section 508:

• 501 (Web)(Software)
• 504.2 (Authoring Tool)
• 602.3 (Support Docs)

Test Methods: CCT

The ConexED system does not use color alone to distinguish the importance of an element.

1.4.2 Audio Control (Level A)

Also applies to revised Section 508:

• 501 (Web)(Software)
• 504.2 (Authoring Tool)
• 602.3 (Support Docs)

Not Applicable

Test Methods: CCT

The ConexED system does not utilize audio-based media.

1.4.3 Contrast (Minimum) (Level AA)

Also applies to revised Section 508:

• 501 (Web)(Software)
• 504.2 (Authoring Tool)
• 602.3 (Support Docs)

Supports With Exceptions

The ConexED system has been styled with CSS to comply with Section 508s contrast and color settings. The virtual office and classroom do not have color or contrast adjustment settings.

1.4.4 Resize text (Level AA)

Also applies to revised Section 508:

• 501 (Web)(Software)
• 504.2 (Authoring Tool)
• 602.3 (Support Docs)

Test Methods: IAT, CCT, SMT, TBT, MAT

Tested for browser zoom up to 200%.

1.4.5 Images of Text (Level AA)

Also applies to revised Section 508:

• 501 (Web)(Software)
• 504.2 (Authoring Tool)
• 602.3 (Support Docs)

Not Applicable

Test Methods: Not applicable

No images of text are used.

1.4.6 Contrast (Enhanced) (Level AAA)

The visual presentation of text and images of text has a contrast ratio of at least 7:1, except for the following:

• Large Text: Large-scale text and images of large-scale text have a contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1;
• Incidental: Text or images of text that are part of an inactive user interface component, that are pure decoration, that are not visible to anyone, or that are part of a picture that contains significant other visual content, have no contrast requirement.
• Logotypes: Text that is part of a logo or brand name has no contrast requirement.

Supports

Test Methods: CBT, TBT, MAT, IAT

The ConexED system uses a contrast ratio of 7:1 or higher for normal text.

1.4.7 Low or No Background Audio (Level AAA)

Not Applicable

Test Methods: Not applicable

The ConexED system does not use background audio.

1.4.8 Visual Presentation (Level AAA)

For the visual presentation of blocks of text, a mechanism is available to achieve the following:

• Foreground and background colors can be selected by the user.
• Width is no more than 80 characters or glyphs (40 if CJK).

Partially Supports

Test Methods: SMT, TBT, MAT, CBT

With most pages in the ConexED system, foreground and background colors can be selected by the user, width is no more than 80 characters or glyphs (40 if CJK), normal text is not justified (aligned to both the left and the right margins), line spacing (leading) is at least space-and-a-half within paragraphs, and paragraph spacing is at least 1.5 times larger than the line spacing, text can be resized without assistive technology up to 200 percent in a way that does not require the user to scroll horizontally to read a line of text on a full-screen window

1.4.9 Images of Text (No Exception) (Level AAA)

Images of text are only used for pure decoration or where a particular presentation of text is essential to the information being conveyed.

Not Applicable

Test Methods: Not applicable

No images of text other than logo branding is in the ConexED system.

1.4.10 Reflow (Level AA)

Also applies to revised Section 508:

• 501 (Web)(Software)
• 504.2 (Authoring Tool)
• 602.3 (Support Docs)

Partially Supports

Test Methods: SMT, TBT, MAT, CBT

Most pages in the ConexED system can be presented at 320x256 resolution without loss of information or functionality. Some exceptions exist, and corrections are regularly being made as part of ConexED’s agile development process and frequent deploy and release cycles.

1.4.11 Non-text Contrast (Level AA)

Partially Supports

Test Methods: SMT, TBT, MAT, CBT

Most graphical objects and user interface elements in the ConexED system meet the 3:1 requirement. ConexED is currently building a High Contrast UI option, which can be enabled to meet or exceed the 3/1 contrast requirement.

1.4.12 Text Spacing (Level AA)

Also applies to revised Section 508:

• 501 (Web)(Software)
• 504.2 (Authoring Tool)
• 602.3 (Support Docs)

Test Methods: SMT, TBT, MAT

ConexED system users can change text spacing without loss of content or functionality.

1.4.13 Content on Hover or Focus (Level AA)

Also applies to revised Section 508:

• 501 (Web)(Software)
• 504.2 (Authoring Tool)
• 602.3 (Support Docs)

Test Methods: SMT, TBT, MAT

The Scheduling portion of the ConexED system does not use custom tooltips or sub-menus. The virtual office and event space portion of the ConexED system does use custom tooltips that can be dismissed with the escape key.

2.0 Operable

User interface components and navigation must be operable.

2.1 Keyboard Accessible

Make all functionality available from a keyboard.

2.1.1 Keyboard (Level A)

Also applies to revised Section 508:

• 501 (Web)(Software)
• 504.2 (Authoring Tool)
• 602.3 (Support Docs)

Test Methods: MAT

• The ConexED system does not disrupt features related to accessibility on the end users' platform.
• Hotkey/keyboard shortcuts exist for all functions of the product with the exception of the whiteboard.

2.1.2 No Keyboard Trap (Level A)

Also applies to revised Section 508:

• 501 (Web)(Software)
• 504.2 (Authoring Tool)
• 602.3 (Support Docs)

Supports

Test Methods: MAT

Movement of focus through each control can be done using only the keyboard with no "trap" preventing focus from moving away from any control.

2.1.4 Character Key Shortcuts (Level A)

Supports

Test Methods: MAT

Only the virtual event Classroom in the ConexED system has custom keyboard shortcuts that can be turned off.

2.2 Enough Time

Provide users enough time to read and use content.

2.2.1 Timing Adjustable (Level A)

Also applies to revised Section 508:

• 501 (Web)(Software)
• 504.2 (Authoring Tool)
• 602.3 (Support Docs)

Supports

Test Methods: MAT

Product was tested for

• Inactivity timeout options to continue or exit.
• Inactivity timeout length is configurable by the Administrator.

Note: This success criterion helps ensure that users can complete tasks without unexpected changes in content or context that are a result of a time limit. This success criterion should be considered in conjunction with Success Criterion 3.2.1, which puts limits on changes of content or context as a result of user action.

2.2.2 Pause, Stop, Hide (Level A)

Also applies to revised Section 508:

• 501 (Web)(Software)
• 504.2 (Authoring Tool)
• 602.3 (Support Docs)

Not Applicable

Test Methods: MAT

The ConexED system does not contain animation and does not utilize auto-updating that starts automatically or auto-updating that. is presented in parallel with other content.

2.2.3 No Timing (Level AAA)

Not Applicable

Test Methods: Not applicable

2.2.4 Interruptions (Level AAA)

Not Applicable

Test Methods: Not applicable

2.2.5 Re-Authenticating (Level AAA)

Not Applicable

Test Methods: Not applicable

2.2.6 Timeouts (Level AAA)

Not Applicable

Test Methods: Not applicable

Note: Privacy regulations may require explicit user consent before user identification has been authenticated and before user data is preserved. In cases where the user is a minor, explicit consent may not be solicited in most jurisdictions, countries, or regions. Consultation with privacy professionals and legal counsel is advised when considering data preservation as an approach to satisfy this success criterion.

2.3 Seizures and Physical Reactions

Do not design content in a way that is known to cause seizures or physical reactions.

2.3.1 Three Flashes or Below Threshold (Level A)

Also applies to revised Section 508:

• 501 (Web)(Software)
• 504.2 (Authoring Tool)
• 602.3 (Support Docs)

Supports

Test Methods: MAT

The ConexED system does not use flashing or blinking text.

2.3.2 Three Flashes (Level AAA)

Not Applicable

Test Methods: Not applicable

2.3.3 Animation from Interactions (Level AAA)

Not Applicable

Test Methods: Not applicable

2.4 Navigable

Provide ways to help users navigate, find content, and determine where they are.

2.4.1 Bypass Blocks (Level A)

Also applies to revised Section 508:

• 501 (Web)(Software)
• 504.2 (Authoring Tool)
• 602.3 (Support Docs)

Supports

Test Methods: MAT

HTML headers are provided enabling users to bypass blocks of content. Headers are provided for Page Titles, Scroll Areas, and Tables.

2.4.2 Page Titled (Level A)

Also applies to revised Section 508:

• 501 (Web)(Software)
• 504.2 (Authoring Tool)
• 602.3 (Support Docs)

Supports

Test Methods: IAT, MAT

Product was tested for meaningful titles that describe the purpose of the webpage.

2.4.3 Focus Order (Level A)

Also applies to revised Section 508:

• 501 (Web)(Software)
• 504.2 (Authoring Tool)
• 602.3 (Support Docs)

Supports

Test Methods: MAT

Product was tested for

• Logical tab order through controls
• Consistent use of keyboard keys to perform selection and action.

2.4.4 Link Purpose (In Context) (Level A)

Also applies to revised Section 508:

• 501 (Web)(Software)
• 504.2 (Authoring Tool)
• 602.3 (Support Docs)

Supports

Test Methods: IAT, MAT, SRT

Product was tested to ensure that the purpose of each link can be understood and has a meaningful label.

2.4.5 Multiple Ways (Level AA)

Also applies to revised Section 508:

• 501 (Web)(Software) - Does not apply to non-web software
• 504.2 (Authoring Tool)
• 602.3 (Support Docs) - Does not apply to non-web docs

Supports

Test Methods: MAT

Multiple methods are provided for page navigation: 

• Drop down menus
• Links
• Search feature
• Keyboard shortcuts

2.4.6 Headings and Labels (Level AA)

Also applies to revised Section 508:

• 501 (Web)(Software) 
• 504.2 (Authoring Tool)
• 602.3 (Support Docs)

Supports

Test Methods: MAT

Headings and labels in ConexED describe the topic or purpose to help users navigate.

2.4.7 Focus Visible (Level A)

Also applies to revised Section 508:

• 501 (Web)(Software)
• 504.2 (Authoring Tool)
• 602.3 (Support Docs)

Supports

Test Methods: MAT

Product was tested for

• Structure and hierarchy convey meaningful text in header elements on pages.
• Column and Row headers on tables.

2.4.13 Page Break Navigation (Level A)

For web content with page break locators, a mechanism is available to navigate to each locator.

Not applicable

Test Methods: Not applicable

The ConexED system does not include page breaks.

2.5 Input Modalities

Make it easier for users to operate functionality through various inputs beyond keyboard.

2.5.1 Pointer Gestures (Level A)

All functionality that uses multipoint or path-based gestures for operation can be operated with a single pointer without a path-based gesture, unless a multipoint or path-based gesture is essential.

Supports

Test Methods: MAT

The ConexED system does not require navigation by multipoint or path-based gestures.

2.5.2 Pointer Cancellation (Level A)

For functionality that can be operated using a single pointer, at least one of the following is true:

• No Down-Event: The down-event of the pointer is not used to execute any part of the function.
• Abort or Undo: Completion of the function is on the up-event, and a mechanism is available to abort the function before completion or to undo the function after completion.
• Up Reversal: The up-event reverses any outcome of the preceding down-event.
• Essential: Completing the function on the down-event is essential.

Supports

Test Methods: TBT, MAT

No actions in the ConexED system complete on mouse-down, and thus can be aborted by moving the mouse away from the button or target area before mouse-up.

2.5.3 Label in Name (Level A)

For user interface components with labels that include text or images of text, the name contains the text that is presented visually.

Supports

Test Methods: MAT

The ConexED system's visible and accessible labels match, and any controls that use icons or symbols are given consistent accessible labels.

2.5.4 Motion Actuation (Level A)

Functionality that can be operated by device motion or user motion can also be operated by user interface components, and responding to the motion can be disabled to prevent accidental actuation, except when

• Supported Interface: The motion is used to operate functionality through an accessibility supported interface. 
• Essential: The motion is essential for the function and doing so would invalidate the activity.

Partially Supports

Test Methods: MAT

The ConexED scheduling system and virtual event spaces do not contain any motion operation. The ConexED Whiteboard needs cursor input to draw lines, squares, and circles.

2.5.5 Target Size (Enhanced) (Level AAA)

The size of the target for pointer inputs is at least 44 by 44 CSS pixels except when:

• Equivalent: The target is available through an equivalent link or control on the same page that is at least 44 by 44 CSS pixels.
• Inline: The target is in a sentence or block of text.
• User Agent Control: The size of the target is determined by the user agent and is not modified by the author.
• Essential: A particular presentation of the target is essential to the information being conveyed.

Supports

Test Methods: MAT, SMT

Touch targets are at least 44 by 44 pixels and can be zoomed via screen magnifier to increase touch target sizes.

2.5.6 Concurrent Input Mechanisms (Level AAA)

Web content does not restrict use of input modalities available on a platform except where the restriction is essential, required to ensure the security of the content, or required to respect user settings.

Supports

Test Methods: MAT

The ConexED system does not limit interactions to touch-only on touchscreen devices.

2.5.7 Dragging Movements (Level AA) [New]

All functionality that uses a dragging movement for operation can be achieved by a single pointer without dragging, unless dragging is essential.

Partially Supports

Test Methods: MAT

The ConexED scheduling system and virtual spaces do not contain any dragging operations. The ConexED whiteboard needs dragging input to draw lines, squares, and circles.

2.5.8 Target Size (Minimum) (Level AA) [New]

Targets have an area of at least 24 by 24 CSS pixels, except where:

• Spacing: The target offset is at least 24 CSS pixels to every adjacent target.
• Inline: The target is in a sentence or block of text.
• Essential: A particular presentation of the target is essential to the information being conveyed.

Partially Supports

Test Methods: MAT, SMT

Touch targets are at least 44 by 44 pixels and can be zoomed via screen magnifier to increase touch target sizes.

3.0 Understandable

Information and the operation of the user interface must be understandable.

3.1 Readable

Make text content readable and understandable.

3.1.1 Language of Page (Level A)

Also applies to revised Section 508:

• 501 (Web)(Software)
• 504.2 (Authoring Tool)
• 602.3 (Support Docs)

Supports

Test Methods: IAT, MAT, SRT

Product was tested to ensure that the language of the page can be determined.

3.1.2 Language of Parts (Level AA)

Also applies to revised Section 508:

• 501 (Web)(Software)
• 504.2 (Authoring Tool)
• 602.3 (Support Docs)

Supports

Test Methods: MAT, IAT, TBT

Product was tested to ensure the language of the parts of the page can be determined.

3.2.1 On Focus (Level A)

Also applies to revised Section 508:

• 501 (Web)(Software)
• 504.2 (Authoring Tool)
• 602.3 (Support Docs)

Supports

Test Methods: IAT, SRT, TBT

When an element receives focus, it does not result in a substantial change to the page or the spawning of a pop-up window.

3.2.2 On Input (Level A)

Also applies to revised Section 508:

• 501 (Web)(Software)
• 504.2 (Authoring Tool)
• 602.3 (Support Docs)

Supports

Test Methods: MAT, SRT

Changes in the value of user inputs do not result in a substantial change to the page or the spawning of a pop-up window.

3.2.3 Consistent Navigation (Level AA)

Also applies to revised Section 508:

• 501 (Web)(Software)
• 504.2 (Authoring Tool)
• 602.3 (Support Docs)

Supports

Test Methods: MAT

Product was tested for consistent navigation and order across pages.

3.2.4 Consistent Identification (Level AA)

Also applies to revised Section 508:

• 501 (Web)(Software)
• 504.2 (Authoring Tool)
• 602.3 (Support Docs)

Supports

Test Methods: MAT, SRT, SMT

Product was tested for a consistent user interface.

3.3.1 Error Identification (Level A)

Also applies to revised Section 508:

• 501 (Web)(Software)
• 504.2 (Authoring Tool)
• 602.3 (Support Docs)

Supports

Test Methods: IAT, SRT, TBT

Input errors are described to the user in text.

3.3.2 Labels or Instructions (Level A)

Also applies to revised Section 508:

• 501 (Web)(Software)
• 504.2 (Authoring Tool)
• 602.3 (Support Docs)

Supports

Test Methods: IAT, SRT, TBT

Product was tested for meaningful labels, instructions where applicable, and ALT text.

3.3.3 Error Suggestion (Level AA)

Also applies to revised Section 508:

• 501 (Web)(Software)
• 504.2 (Authoring Tool)
• 602.3 (Support Docs)

Supports

Test Methods: MAT

Product provides messages for input when input errors are automatically detected.

3.3.4 Error Prevention (Legal, Financial, Data) (Level AA)

Also applies to revised Section 508:

• 501 (Web)(Software)
• 504.2 (Authoring Tool)
• 602.3 (Support Docs)

Not Applicable

Test Methods: Not applicable

No legal commitments or financial transactions occur within the product.

4.0 Robust

Content must be robust enough that it can be interpreted by a wide variety of user agents, including assistive technologies.

4.1 Compatible

Maximize compatibility with current and future user agents, including assistive technologies.

4.1.1 Parsing (Level A)

Also applies to revised Section 508:

• 501 (Web)(Software)
• 504.2 (Authoring Tool)
• 602.3 (Support Docs)

Supports

Test Methods: TBT

Product was tested for

• Duplicate IDs in the HTML
• Elements in the HTML have complete start and end tags, are properly nested, and have unique IDs.
• Pages validate to the HTML specification.

4.1.2 Name, Role, Value (Level A)

Also applies to revised Section 508:

• 501 (Web)(Software)
• 504.2 (Authoring Tool)
• 602.3 (Support Docs)

Supports

Test Methods: IAT, SRT, TBT

The ConexED system is constructed to proper HTML5 standards. For user-generated content, the system's Rich Content Editor supports users in generating proper HTML. Product was tested for

• State information exposed for HTML controls.
• Custom controls have appropriate state and property information conveyed using WAI-ARIA or HTML5 attribute.
• Frames have a meaningful TITLE attribute.