3811 Accessible Information Technology Policy

Policy Details 

Policy Name: Accessible Information Technology  

Policy Number: 3811  

Applicable Code/Law: Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA); Core Services legislation, RCW 28B.10.912; OCIO Policy 188 - Accessibility Sections 504 and 508 of the Rehabilitation Act, as amended January 18, 2017; 3.20.30b SBCTC Policy on Access for Students with Disabilities; Washington State Law Against Discrimination, RCW 49.60  

Policy 

The policy of Shoreline College District Number Seven (7) is to ensure that information technology (IT) and electronic content provide comparable functionality, experience, and information access to students, employees, and community members with disabilities, including those who use assistive technology.  

This policy applies to the procurement, development, and implementation of instructional, administrative, and or communications technologies/content deployed at Shoreline by individuals or groups responsible for electronic content publishing/management.  

Further, the policy applies to both current and emerging technologies (including both hardware and software) in use or being evaluated for purchase or adoption at the College.  

This policy encompasses, but is not limited to, College website, learning management tools, student information system, human resources technology, training materials, instructional materials, and assessment tools. 

Approvals 

Policy Adopted: N/A (new)  

Recommended by Accessible IT workgroup: 6/2/17 

Recommended by Executive Team: 6/20/17  

Reviewed/Approved by Board of Trustees: 6/28/17