Virtual Learning Environment

A web-based platform designed to support teaching and learning by providing tools for content delivery, communication, assessment, and course management. Virtual learning environments typically include features such as discussion forums, assignment submission, gradebooks, and multimedia content hosting. Accessibility of VLEs is essential for inclusive education, requiring compliance with WCAG guidelines, keyboard navigability, screen reader compatibility, and support for multiple content formats. An inaccessible VLE can effectively exclude students with disabilities from entire courses, making platform accessibility a prerequisite for equitable online education.