The Verbal Dude is committed to ensuring that our TOEFL® preparation platform and resources are accessible to all learners, including those with disabilities.
Our Commitment
We believe that quality education should be available to everyone. We are actively working to increase the accessibility and usability of our website and learning platform to provide an inclusive learning experience for all students.
Accessibility Features
Our platform includes the following accessibility features:
- Responsive Design: Our website adapts to different screen sizes and devices, including mobile phones, tablets, and desktop computers
- Keyboard Navigation: All interactive elements can be accessed using keyboard shortcuts
- Clear Typography: We use readable fonts with appropriate sizing and spacing
- Color Contrast: Text and interactive elements meet WCAG color contrast standards
- Alt Text: Images include descriptive alternative text for screen readers
- Video Captions: Our video lessons can include captions upon request
- Adjustable Playback: Video and audio content includes playback speed controls
Standards We Follow
We aim to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standards. These guidelines help make web content more accessible to people with disabilities, including:
- Visual impairments (blindness, low vision, color blindness)
- Hearing impairments
- Motor skill impairments
- Cognitive and learning disabilities
Ongoing Improvements
Accessibility is an ongoing effort. We regularly:
- Review our platform for accessibility issues
- Update content to meet current accessibility standards
- Test with assistive technologies like screen readers
- Incorporate user feedback to improve accessibility
Third-Party Content
Our learning platform is built on Moodle, an open-source learning management system with built-in accessibility features. While we strive to ensure all content meets accessibility standards, some third-party integrations may have limitations beyond our control.
Accommodations for Students
If you require specific accommodations to use our platform effectively, we are happy to work with you. Possible accommodations include:
- Extended time for practice tests
- Alternative formats for course materials
- Transcripts for audio and video content
- One-on-one tutoring sessions with accessibility considerations
Feedback and Assistance
We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of our platform. If you encounter accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us:
We aim to respond to accessibility feedback within 3 business days and will work with you to provide the information or service you need through an alternative communication method.
Formal Complaints
If you are not satisfied with our response to your accessibility concern, you may contact us through the methods above to escalate your concern to management.
We are continuously working to improve accessibility across all our platforms and appreciate your patience and feedback as we strive to serve all learners effectively.