New York Hints

1. Commitment to Accessibility

New York Hints is committed to ensuring that its Moodle-based learning platform (“the Platform”) is accessible to all users, including individuals with disabilities.

We strive to provide an inclusive digital learning environment that supports equal access to educational content and functionality, in alignment with internationally recognized accessibility standards and best practices.

2. Accessibility Standards

The Platform is based on Moodle, which is designed with accessibility in mind and continuously developed to comply with:

• Moodle joined the International Association of Accessibility Professionals (IAAP) in June 2025.
• Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, Level AA
• WAI-ARIA (Accessible Rich Internet Applications) specifications
• Relevant accessibility requirements under applicable laws and regulations
• https://docs.moodle.org/502/en/Accessibility
• https://moodle.com/functionality-with-moodle/moodle-accessibility/
• https://moodle.com/accessibility/

Moodle’s core functionality supports:

• Keyboard navigation
• Screen reader compatibility
• Semantic HTML structure
• Accessible forms and navigation elements

3. Platform Accessibility Features

The Platform incorporates built-in accessibility features provided by Moodle, including:

• Consistent navigation structure
• Accessible content editing tools
• Support for alternative text (alt text) for images
• Compatibility with assistive technologies (e.g. screen readers)
• Responsive design for multiple devices

Content creators are encouraged to follow accessibility best practices when uploading learning materials.

4. Additional Accessibility Tools

To further enhance accessibility, the Platform includes an integrated accessibility tool that allows users to personalize their experience according to their needs.

4.1 Visual and Reading Adjustments

Users can modify display and readability settings, including:

• Readable font
• Dyslexia-friendly font
• Text size adjustment
• Text spacing adjustment
• Line height adjustment

4.2 Content Highlighting and Navigation

• Highlight headings
• Highlight links
• Highlight buttons
• Tooltips for additional context

4.3 Visual Simplification

• Hide images
• Stop animations
• Reading guide
• Reading mask

4.4 Color and Contrast Controls

• Dark contrast
• Light contrast
• High contrast
• Invert colors
• Custom color adjustments
• High / low saturation
• Monochrome mode

4.5 Cursor and Interaction Enhancements

• Big black cursor
• Big white cursor

5. Accessibility Profiles

The Platform provides predefined accessibility profiles tailored to different user needs, including:

• Visual Impairment
• Seizure and Epileptic Sensitivity
• Color Vision Deficiency
• ADHD
• Dyslexia
• Learning Difficulties

These profiles automatically adjust multiple settings to improve usability and accessibility.

6. Ongoing Improvements

We are committed to continuous improvement of accessibility and regularly review:

• Platform functionality
• User feedback
• Updates from Moodle accessibility developments
• Text 2 Speach functionality

7. User Responsibilities

While the Platform provides accessible tools and features, accessibility also depends on the content uploaded by course creators.

Users creating or uploading content are encouraged to:

• Provide alternative text for images
• Use clear headings and structured content
• Avoid inaccessible formats (e.g. scanned PDFs without OCR)

8. Feedback and Support

We welcome feedback on the accessibility of the Platform.

If you encounter any accessibility barriers or require assistance, please contact us:

info@newyorkhints.com

We will make reasonable efforts to address accessibility issues promptly.

9. Policy Updates

This Accessibility Policy may be updated periodically to reflect improvements and changes in accessibility standards and platform functionality.