When considering the use of a digital tool with students in a classroom, prioritizing accessibility is essential. Accessibility is assessed through compliance with WCAG 2.0 standards. All software, where the primary user is students, in the Digital Tool Hub is accessible. Keep in mind there are some exceptions due to the nature of the various types of software. For software that has a level of partial accessibility, the accessibility issues are always outlined on each tool's page.

• What is a VPAT: A Voluntary Product Accessibility Template (VPAT®) is a document that explains how information and communication technology products such as software, hardware, electronic content, and support documentation meet the Revised 508 Standards for IT accessibility. Check out Sonoma State University's article and learn how to read a VPAT.

Tags can be changed at any time, so check in regularly for any software changes, recommendations, approval, etc.

Tags are defined as follows:

• Recommended by ATC: This is a tool recommended by the Academic Technology Center (ATC) for faculty to use for its intended purposes.
• IT Approved: The tool has been fully vetted for cybersecurity.
• AI Ready:AI features are already available and can be used immediately. Users can enable or disable them without additional purchases or administrative intervention.
• AI Capable:The software includes AI functionality that is not currently active. These features may require activation by Lane, a settings change, or a separate license/purchase.
• AI Extendable:AI features are not built-in but can be added through plugins, integrations, or companion services. These may involve complex setup or extra cost.
• Exploratory (Accessibility Risk):AI features are not built-in but can be added through plugins, integrations, or companion services. These may involve complex setup or extra cost.
• User's Choice:This tool is new or meant for exploration purposes only and has not been assessed for accessibility compliance, including alignment with WCAG standards applicable to U.S. educational institutions. Its accessibility status is unknown due to limited documentation and insufficient information from the vendor. Because accessibility cannot be verified, this tool must not be required for any course activity, assessment, or essential learning outcome. Student use must remain fully optional, and no student should experience reduced access to effective learning, engagement, or practice because they choose not to use this tool. Tools with this tag are intended primarily for internal exploration, experimentation, and optional enhancement rather than required instructional use.

• Beginner-Friendly: Requires basic familiarity with digital tools. Able to follow simple instructions and navigate intuitively. Benefit from clear guidance and encouragement.
• Intermediate: Requires a moderate level of understanding of digital tools. Can explore deeper features and adapt to some customization. Able to engage and use with moderate complexity and seek help when needed.
• Advanced: Requires advanced proficiency in using digital tools. Can navigate complex workflows and adapt to advanced customization. Able to innovate, contribute, and troubleshoot independently within the platform.