The ADA and Title II at UF
UF is preparing to respond to new ADA Title II regulations released by the U.S. Department of Justice on April 24, 2024. The new regulations mandate that web content and mobile applications offered by public entities will conform to WCAG 2.1 level AA standards, with few exceptions, by April 24, 2026.
Featured Resources and Services
These resources and services are recommended to all web users to ensure accessibility compliance.
Accessibility at UF
- Electronic Information and Communication Accessibility (EITCA) Policy
- UF Accessibility Community of Practice Microsoft Team
- UFIT Training Calendar
- UFIT Accessibility Services
Recite Me
Recite Me is a cloud-based assistive accessibility toolbar used to enhance website inclusivity by enabling visitors to personalize content in ways that best support their reading and comprehension needs. UF web owners can now integrate this functionality by adding the provided code to their websites.
Please note: The Recite Me Assistive Toolbar has been added for user enhancement, not as a UF compliance tool.
Learn more about Recite Me
Siteimprove
Siteimprove is a tool available to all faculty and staff that can help flag accessibility and other web quality issues. Learn more about SiteImprove
Sensus Access
SensusAccess is a document conversion system that converts documents into accessible formats. SensusAccess is available to UF students, staff, and faculty. This platform requires a GatorLink to log in. Learn more about SensusAccess.
CITT Accessibility Consultations
The UFIT Center for Instructional Technology and Training offers accessibility consultations to faculty and staff. To get started, submit a consultation request.
Top Tips for Accessibility
Learn the top tips for making your online content accessible.
Trainings
UFIT has a portfolio of services, training, and tools designed to support digital accessibility efforts across campus. From consultations to automated tools, these resources can help you create more inclusive and compliant digital content.
Both self-paced and facilitated training courses are available to help the UF community build knowledge about digital accessibility best practices for content creation and websites.
- Accessible Online Environments
- Self-paced trainings
- Accessibility Basics for staff
- Accessibility Fundamentals for instructors
- SiteImprove Training
Accessibility in 5
Five minute or less videos that feature different accessibility skills that can be used both in the classroom and at work. View videos.
Teaching and Instructional Resources
Explore resources that instructors can use to ensure the accessibility of digital course material including course sites, videos, documents, and teaching and learning tools. ·
Video Captioning Service
Video courses recorded on Mediasite are eligible for free captioning through UFIT. Requests should be submitted a minimum to two weeks prior to the start of the semester. Make a captioning request.
Other Resources
Ensuring Accessibility in the Classroom
Web Accessibility Resources
Any staff or faculty member who creates digitally distributed content will benefit from general accessibility tips. Employees who design, manage or edit websites should be familiar with web accessibility guidelines.
WCAG 2.1 (Meet all level A and level AA guidelines at a minimum)
Resources for Students
Information is available for students who are excited to learn how they can make their online content more accessible or who need additional accommodations.