Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) establish the legal foundation that guarantees students with disabilities the right to accessible educational materials in elementary and secondary education. Educational materials can be digitally accessible from the beginning, as required by ADA Title II, or they can be converted to accessible formats (e.g., large print, audio, digital text, or braille) for eligible students with disabilities, as required by IDEA. The resources on this page provide guidance on how to ensure your state or local educational agency is proactively approaching digital accessibility through Title II and, as required, providing accessible formats for eligible students with disabilities under IDEA.
ADA Title II and IDEA At-a-Glance
Explore how the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Title II and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) address access to educational materials, including who is responsible for compliance, the materials covered, and considerations for procurement.
Digital Accessibility in K-12 Education: The Emerging Policy Landscape under ADA Title II
This report provides a baseline of K–12 digital accessibility policies and guidance across U.S. governmental and educational entities during early implementation of the 2024 ADA Title II final rule. Findings highlight opportunities to strengthen policy, guidance, and implementation supports for providing accessible digital educational materials.