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Accessibility Audit

An Accessibility Audit ensures evaluation products are usable by diverse audiences. It involves reviewing reports and materials for format, language, and access options, promoting inclusivity and broader understanding.

When to use Accessibility Audit

Use this method when you need to ensure your evaluation findings are accessible to all stakeholders, including those with disabilities or language barriers.

What it solves

Exclusion of certain stakeholder groups due to inaccessible evaluation reports.

How to run Accessibility Audit, step by step

  1. Identify target audiences and their accessibility needs (5 min)
  2. Review evaluation reports for plain language, inclusive design, and alternative formats (30 min)
  3. Document accessibility gaps and recommend improvements (15 min)
  4. Prioritize improvements based on impact and feasibility (10 min)

Materials needed

  • Evaluation reports
  • Accessibility checklists (WCAG guidelines)
  • Computers with internet access

Facilitator tips

  • Involve individuals with disabilities in the review process.
  • Focus on practical and cost-effective improvements.

Common pitfalls

  • Overlooking the needs of specific stakeholder groups.
  • Failing to prioritize accessibility improvements.

Variations

  • Conduct user testing with target audiences.
  • Use automated accessibility testing tools.

Running it online or hybrid

Use shared documents and online annotation tools for collaborative review.

What it produces

A checklist of accessibility improvements for evaluation products.

Origin

Adapted from BetterEvaluation.org — source

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