The objectives of an institutional self-evaluation are to ensure that:
The first phase of the university self-evaluation document will include a gap analysis for each of the three broad areas affected by ATI, namely, instructional materials accessibility, web accessibility and procurement, with attention to governance structure, methodology, process, assessment and proposed implementation (including funding and training).
The Self-Evaluation Subcommittee determined that this review needs to differentiate technical aspects of Section 508 and best practice from policy. However, in both instances, the objective of self-evaluation is to document:
The document is intended to be progressive in time and scope that records current status, identifies corrective actions and continuing deficiencies and adapts or incorporates new and emerging issues. The subcommittee recognizes the need to identify categories and, if necessary, sub-categories within the three broad areas in order to establish priority for remediation and determine associated costs.
The Self-Evaluation Subcommittee is mindful that the resulting document must be an accurate and complete record for internal and external review.
Training and resources will be integral to the grassroots adoption of accessibility as a standard mode of operation. Integration and coordination of on-going training will be critical to the success of the Accessible Technology Initiative. Therefore, the university’s transition plan must be realistic and attainable. It, too, should evolve based upon funding and resources.
