Key findings
These are the most common accessibility issues we see on Coursera's site type.
- Non-text Content (course materials)
- Captions (Prerecorded) for lectures
- Labels or Instructions (enrollment forms)
- Keyboard support gaps in LMS
- Contrast (Minimum) on learning interface
Why Accessibility Matters for Coursera
Education is a fundamental right. Students with disabilities need accessible course content, video captions, screen-reader-compatible interfaces, and keyboard-navigable learning platforms to participate equally in online education.
What this means
A score in the C range suggests there are likely barriers for keyboard and screen reader users. While this is not legal advice, it indicates potential ADA and WCAG 2.1 AA compliance gaps that could affect usability and increase lawsuit exposure.
Business impact
Missed conversions from users who rely on assistive technology, plus higher support costs from inaccessible flows.
Compliance impact
ADA lawsuits often cite WCAG failures like contrast, labels, and keyboard access. Addressing the top issues closes the biggest gaps.
Related resources
Keep exploring accessibility benchmarks and WCAG success criteria.
Check your own site