Usability testing is super important for making university websites easier to use for everyone, especially for people with disabilities. By talking to real users, we can find problems that regular testing might miss. Let’s see how this helps improve accessibility.

User-Centric Feedback

• Real Experiences: When we get feedback from real users, especially those with different needs, we learn about the real challenges they face when they use the university website.

• Iterative Design: By continuously testing, we can keep making the website better. This helps meet accessibility standards effectively.

Identifying Barriers

• Common Issues: Usability testing often finds problems like not enough text descriptions for images or bad color choices. These issues can make it hard for visually impaired users to navigate the site.

• Prioritizing Fixes: Developers can use user feedback to decide what to fix first instead of just guessing. This leads to a better design overall.

Compliance and Standards

• Staying Updated: By keeping usability testing in line with the latest Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG), universities can make sure their websites follow the law and best practices.

Usability testing not only helps create a more inclusive environment, but it also improves the experience for all users.