Accessibility Statement

At Edvinity Technologies LLC, we are committed to ensuring that our AI-powered educational platform is accessible to everyone, including individuals with disabilities. We believe that quality education should be available to all learners, regardless of their abilities or assistive technologies they use.

1. Our Commitment to Accessibility

We are dedicated to providing an inclusive learning environment that empowers all users to reach their educational goals. Our accessibility efforts are guided by the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standards and other relevant accessibility best practices.

2. Accessibility Standards

Our platform aims to conform to the following accessibility standards:

• WCAG 2.1 Level AA: Web Content Accessibility Guidelines from the W3C
• Section 508: US Federal accessibility requirements
• ADA Title III: Americans with Disabilities Act compliance
• EN 301 549: European accessibility standard
• AODA: Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act

3. Accessibility Features

We have implemented numerous features to make our platform accessible:

4. Platform-Specific Accessibility

AI Tutor Interactions

• Voice input support for hands-free interaction
• Text-to-speech output for AI responses
• Customizable conversation speed and pausing
• Alternative input methods for complex equations
• Simplified language options for cognitive accessibility

Visual Learning Canvas

• Audio descriptions for visual diagrams and drawings
• Tactile feedback support for drawing activities
• Voice-guided drawing assistance
• High contrast drawing tools and colors
• Scalable visual elements and text overlays

Document Processing

• OCR accessibility for scanned documents
• Screen reader compatible document analysis
• Audio summaries of uploaded content
• Structured headings and navigation for long documents
• Alternative formats for complex visual content

5. Assistive Technology Compatibility

Our platform has been tested with and supports:

Screen Readers

• NVDA (Windows)
• JAWS (Windows)
• VoiceOver (macOS/iOS)
• TalkBack (Android)
• Dragon NaturallySpeaking (Voice recognition)

Input Devices

• Switch navigation devices
• Eye-tracking systems
• Voice control software
• Alternative keyboards
• Touch screen adaptations

6. Mobile Accessibility

Our mobile applications include accessibility features such as:

• VoiceOver and TalkBack screen reader support
• Large touch targets (minimum 44x44 pixels)
• Gesture-based navigation alternatives
• Dynamic text sizing support
• Reduced motion preferences
• Voice control integration

7. Ongoing Accessibility Efforts

Regular Testing

We conduct regular accessibility testing including:

• Automated accessibility scans on all new features
• Manual testing with assistive technologies
• User testing with individuals who use assistive technologies
• Third-party accessibility audits

Staff Training

Our development and design teams receive ongoing training on:

• Accessible design principles
• WCAG guidelines and best practices
• Assistive technology usage
• Inclusive design methodologies

8. Known Limitations

While we strive for full accessibility, we acknowledge some current limitations:

• Some complex mathematical visualizations may require alternative descriptions
• Real-time collaborative features may have reduced accessibility in beta
• Certain third-party integrations may not meet our full accessibility standards
• Video content may have delayed captioning for AI-generated content

We are actively working to address these limitations in upcoming updates.

9. Third-Party Content

When we integrate with third-party services or display external content, we:

• Evaluate accessibility standards of integration partners
• Provide alternative access methods where possible
• Clearly identify external content and its accessibility status
• Work with partners to improve accessibility of integrated content

10. Accessibility Features in Development

We are continuously working on new accessibility features, including:

• Enhanced voice interaction capabilities
• Improved haptic feedback for mobile devices
• AI-powered content adaptation for different learning needs
• Advanced personalization for cognitive accessibility
• Better integration with adaptive learning technologies

11. Getting Help with Accessibility

If you encounter accessibility barriers or need assistance:

• Contact our accessibility support team immediately
• Request alternative formats for content
• Ask for personalized accessibility assistance
• Report any accessibility issues you discover

12. Feedback and Continuous Improvement

We value feedback from our users with disabilities and actively seek input to improve our platform. We regularly:

• Conduct user research with accessibility focus groups
• Partner with disability advocacy organizations
• Implement suggestions from our accessibility community
• Publish regular updates on our accessibility progress