Producing accessible e-Learning has been an elusive goal for many. Although the ADA and Section 508 are federal law, too often compliance is either non-existent or an afterthought. And while those who use assistive technologies arguably have the most to gain from online education, compliance often means, at best, a "plain HTML" or "PDF" version of an e-Learning course.

The Accessible eLearning Leadership Awards recognize those organizations that are producing accessible e-Learning courses - e-Learning courses that serve both those learners who use assistive technologies and those who do not without the need to create multiple versions of each course. These industry leaders have demonstrated how the use of instructional design and technology can produce e-Learning titles in the true spirit of complying with both the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1974. These award winners clearly show that the days of creating separate or limited e-Learning courses to achieve ADA and Section 508 compliance are over.

Application for the 2nd Annual Accessible eLearning Leadership Awards is now closed. Check back soon to learn about the winners. We will begin accepting applications for the next round in Q3 of 2012.

Read about the 2010 Winners.
View the official press release.