Inclusão digital: um estudo sobre a acessibilidade no portal da educação para pessoas com deficiência visual

Abstract

This study presents an evaluation of the accessibility of the Brazilian Federal Government’s Education Portal, aiming to identify barriers that may hinder access for people with disabilities. Given the increasing reliance on digital technologies in contemporary society, digital accessibility has become a fundamental requirement to ensure that all citizens can fully benefit from online resources—especially within the educational context. The analysis was conducted based on the guidelines of the Brazilian Government’s Electronic Government Accessibility Model (eMAG) and the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG 2.1), using automated tools such as AcessMonitor and Test de Accesibilidad Web (TAW). The study involved a careful selection of representative pages from the portal, the application of these tools, and the interpretation of the results obtained. The findings highlight the importance of complementing automated evaluations with testing by real users, particularly individuals with disabilities, in order to provide a more comprehensive and accurate assessment of the portal's accessibility. The proposed recommendations aim to improve the navigation experience and foster digital inclusion in the online educational environment.