Accessibility statement for Learning Systems websites

The Open University is committed to making its websites and mobile applications accessible, in accordance with the Public Sector Bodies (Websites and Mobile Applications) (No. 2) Accessibility Regulations 2018.

This accessibility statement applies to the Learning Systems websites used for learning and teaching at the Open University. They include module and Study home websites on learn2.open.ac.uk, community and support websites on learn1.open.ac.uk, and staff-facing websites on learn3.open.ac.uk.

This statement only applies to the underlying platform used for these websites. For website content, refer to the Accessibility Guide on your module website. This should include guidance about the different types of content within the module or any additional software required to study the module.

Some modules may use or direct users to an alternative learning platform. Where this is the case, please check that platform for accessibility-specific information.

For the OU Study app, read the accessibility statement for your device from the OU Study app page.

We want as many people as possible to be able to use our websites and mobile apps, and accessibility is an essential part of our mission. On our Accessibility hub, you'll find everything you need to answer any questions you have about accessibility, whether you're a student or a member of staff.

To adapt the content to your needs or preferences you should be able to:

• Change colours, contrast levels and fonts.

• Resize text up to 200% without impact on the functionality of the website.

• Zoom in up to 400% without loss of information or functionality.

• Navigate the website using just a keyboard.

  • tab to ‘Skip to content’ links at the top of the page to jump over repetitive information to the main content.

  • tab through the content; the current location will be indicated by a clear visual change.

  • control the embedded media player to play audio and video materials. 

• Use a screen reader (e.g. JAWs, NVDA) to:

  • listen to the content of web pages and use any functionality on the page.

  • list the headings and subheadings in the page and then jump to their location on the page.

  • bring up a list of meaningful links on the page. 

• Use transcripts or closed captions with most audio and video materials. 

• Download learning materials in alternative formats (e.g. Word document, PDF, ePub). 

• If you have a print disability we provide SensusAccess to students, which is an automated service that converts files from one format to another, for example, PDF to text, audio, Word or Braille.

• AbilityNet also provides advice on making your device easier to use if you have a disability.