WCAG 3.0’s Proposed Scoring Model: a Shift In Accessibility Evaluation — Smashing Magazine
WCAG 3.0 proposes a new scoring model for accessibility, moving from a binary pass/fail system to an outcome-based approach focusing on usability. It aims to reflect real user experiences more accurately and includes a flexible scoring system that emphasizes the quality of accessibility rather than mere compliance. While still developing, it aims to provide broader coverage, promoting continuous improvements in accessibility across diverse technologies. Key shifts include a new structure based on guidelines, outcomes, and methods, and an emphasis on critical errors that can negatively impact overall scores. Potential downsides include subjective scoring and legal alignment challenges, leading to a need for clarity and proactive engagement with accessibility standards.