This accessibility statement applies to the Kinesiology Open Resource Educational Network (KOREN) platform. KOREN is an independent, freely accessible academic repository that provides access to Kinesiology research resources that are within the public domain and/or free of copyright restrictions.
KOREN is committed to providing a website that is accessible to a diverse audience, regardless of technology or ability. Our goal is to make the platform accessible to everyone, including users of assistive technologies, by designing content that meets recognized accessibility standards.
We aim to comply with current accessibility best practices and guidelines to support an inclusive and equitable user experience for all.
The web version of this resource has been designed to meet Web Content Accessibility Guidelines 2.0, level AA. We know it is important to have an inclusive website that is accessible to everyone.
Visual Design
KOREN is committed to making its website as accessible as possible, including for individuals with visual, hearing, cognitive and motor impairments. We are constantly working towards improving the accessibility of our website to ensure we provide equal access to all of our users.
There are several customization options available on your browser and device that can help you use KOREN more effectively. If a page does not display correctly, we recommend clearing your browser's cache or updating to the latest version of your browser.
We always make sure that our website follows the accessibility best practices approach by following the principles of universal design. This ensures the site is flexible and adaptable to different users’ needs or preferences and is accessible through a variety of different technologies, including mobile devices or assistive technologies. Many users can enhance their experience by customizing their computer or browser settings to meet their individual needs. For example, you can:
- Enable visual aids, such as screen readers, magnifiers, and Braille displays that help users with visual impairments access research resources.
- Adjust the color scheme for better visibility
- Increase the font size for improved readability. These are compatible with the user-chosen "text size" option in visual browsers.
- This site does not have a “resize” widget. However, all the tools and functions provided by a widget like this are already built into all major browsers. Here are key options:
- Press Ctrl & + to increase the page size.
- Press Ctrl & - to decrease the page size.
- Press Ctrl & 0 (zero) to reset the page size to the web page's default size.
These changes can significantly improve your comfort and ease of use when navigating the site. Wherever possible, KOREN will adhere to level AA of the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG 2.0). These guidelines outline four main principles that state the website should be:
- Perceivable - Information and user interface components must be presentable to users in ways they can perceive.
- Operable - User interface components and navigation must be operable (possible to put into practice).
- Understandable - Information and the operation of user interface must be understandable.
- Robust - Content must be robust enough that it can be interpreted reliably by a wide variety of user agents, including assistive technologies. Ensuring that content remains accessible as technology evolves.
KOREN is always looking to improve the accessibility of this website for users and will continue to meet accessibility requirements.
Images
- All images on this web site have alternative text descriptions.
- Our content is usable and accessible without images.
- All forms are appropriately and clearly labelled.
- Users do not need JavaScript to be able to benefit from form validation.
Feedback and contact information
Though we have spent a lot of time making sure our software is accessible we continue to change and strive to deliver the most relevant, and in-depth content online, please understand that our efforts to improve online accessibility are ongoing. If you find anything on the site difficult to use, please let us know by emailing… If you are experiencing issues with accessing information or using KOREN
- If you find an accessibility problem not listed on this statement.
- If you have positive feedback on the accessibility considerations made.
DISCLAIMER
Please be aware that our efforts to maintain accessibility and usability are ongoing when monitoring the website and making accessibility updates when needed. While we strive to make the KOREN as accessible as possible, some issues may be encountered by different assistive technologies, as the range of these technologies are wide and varied. We appreciate you’re understanding.
Technical information about Mobile accessibility
KOREN is committed to ensuring that its website and mobile applications, including content related to the Areas of Research and Links to Further Readings, are digitally accessible, ensuring useability by individuals with disabilities.
Non-accessible content
We regularly test the accessibility of key navigation paths that represent the breadth of content across the Areas of Research and Links to Further Readings on our website against WCAG 2.0 Level AA standards. However, some parts of KOREN may not work for everyone. Below are known issues that we either need to fix, cannot fix, or do not need to fix right now.
If you find an issue that we have missed please contact us.
The content listed below is non-accessible for the following reasons.
Non-compliance with the accessibility regulations
This section covers issues that we need to fix and are working to do so. The issues listed in this section refer to the content hosted on KOREN. Where issues are part of the Third-Party content platform (i.e. Hyperlinks), we may not be able to fix these in house.
Resources submitted through hyperlinks and accessed on the website as part of the “Links to Further Readings” feature may open in a separate browser window, where there may be greater control over visual design and readability.
Platform
Images without a description
Some images on our website do not have appropriate alternative text.
Images without a description
Some documents contain images (i.e. through Hyperlinks) that do not have a description or alternative text. People with screen readers or other assistive devices rely on these descriptions to understand the image content and purpose
Incorrectly tagged decorative images
Images which are purely decorative are not identified as such (i.e. emojis).
Some of the user interface elements (i.e.., Google Analytics), such as buttons and headings, do not have appropriate labels that define their roles. This includes labels which do not match the purpose and element.
Elements accessed by keyboard
All content can be accessed by keyboard or use of a mouse.
Content
Resource titles
Some resource titles do not accurately describe the content of the submitted materials. Additionally, navigation is based on keywords or terms rather than original titles, meaning some research resource titles are modified to support quicker and more efficient searches within the Areas of Research, and Links to Further Readings. As a result, searching for resources by their original titles may cause confusion, as items are not listed under those titles and headings are not always displayed or accessed in alphabetical order.
Document untagged
Portable Document Format (PDF) tags are hidden labels that clarify the structure of the document and define what’s a heading, paragraph, table, list, etc.
Documents language is not specified
English is the primary language specified.
Contrast issues
Some documents submitted may contain text with low contrast between the text and its background. This can cause the text to be difficult to read, especially for those with low vision, poor eyesight or colour blindness.
Although KOREN seeks to accommodate users through the integration of common computer applications such as Word and PDF formats, some issues with readability may still exist.
Disproportionate Burden
This section covers issues that we cannot fix right now. We’ve assessed the cost of fixing these issues but believe that doing so would be a disproportionate burden. In cases where meeting specific accessibility requirements would impose a disproportionate burden, such measures resulting in excessive ongoing organizational or financial strain. While KOREN strives to accommodate all users and accessibility needs wherever possible, it is independently and privately funded. If the cost or effort required to comply is too great to maintain, a disproportionate burden may be imposed. This exception is applied only when the burden is genuinely excessive, and due to limited time, knowledge, or staff resources.
Content that’s not within the scope of the accessibility regulations
This section covers issues that we do not need to fix right now, within the scope of the law regarding the definition of these exemptions.
Links
When incorporating hyperlinks within the Areas of Research resources and Links to Further Readings, KOREN emphasizes the importance of clear and descriptive link text. Effective link text is essential for
improving accessibility and ensuring that all users can understand and navigate web content. If issues arise from hyperlinks within their original format, we may not be able to resolve them in-house.
- KOREN strives to ensure that links are clear and concise, making it easier for all users, including those with disabilities, to navigate and understand the content. If a link may be confusing, additional information is provided within the abstract. This helps ensure that all users, regardless of their abilities, can access the information provided.
- The first link in every document is the default "Skip to main content" link. This allows the user to skip directly to the main section of the page or content.
PDFs and documents in various file formats containing submitted content
Our aim is to ensure that PDFs or documents are accessible to users and meets accessibility standards wherever possible. If you experience difficulty accessing these documents, please refer to our list of tools that can help with accessability and visual aid.
Third-party content
KOREN contains resources created by third parties, and we may be unable to influence the accessibility of all digital resources from these external sources. However, we do our best to maintain and update the resources that are within our control. Our website may also link to, or interface with, third-party websites that we do not control.
CONTACT US
If you have specific questions or concerns regarding the accessibility KOREN’s website, then please contact us by e-mail at….. If you do encounter an accessibility issue, then please be sure to specify the nature of the issue, and we will make all reasonable efforts to resolve the problem and enable the information to be accessible for you. Thanks for visiting!
Preparation of this accessibility statement
This statement was prepared on 28 November 2025. It was last reviewed on 6 January 2026.
KOREN was last tested on *1 June 2023 The test was carried out by Verda Design.