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# Critical Chemistry - Accessibility & Design Updates

## We’ve completed a comprehensive update to Critical Chemistry courses to meet current accessibility standards while improving the overall student experience. This update introduces a refreshed design, improved functionality across devices, and full accessibility support across all course components.

### Course Availability

All new course sections created on or after **April 17, 2026** will include the latest version of Critical Chemistry.

Important:

- Existing active sections will remain unchanged to avoid disrupting student progress
- Updated content is **not automatically applied** to courses already in progress

If you have a student who needs access to the updated, accessible versions of specific lessons, we can provide access on a case-by-case basis.

Please contact: [support@inspark.education](mailto:support@inspark.education)

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### Overview of Updates

#### Modernized Design & Responsive Layout

All lessons have been updated with a cleaner, more modern design. In addition to visual improvements, content is now responsive, meaning it adapts to different screen sizes.

This allows students to access lessons across:

- Desktops and laptops (recommended)
- Tablets
- Mobile devices

While mobile and tablet access is supported, we still recommend that students use a desktop or laptop for the best experience.

**Browser recommendation:** Chrome is recommended, though Edge, Firefox, and Safari are supported.

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#### Accessibility Improvements

All lessons now meet key accessibility requirements. Updates include:

- Full **keyboard compatibility**
- **Touch-friendly** interactions
- Support for **screen readers**

All simulations and interactive elements in Critical Chemistry have been fully updated to be accessible.

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#### Content Updates

In addition to design and accessibility improvements, we’ve made a series of **minor updates and refinements** throughout the course to improve clarity, usability, and overall student experience.

There are **no major structural changes** to lessons or units. The overall flow and content of the course remain consistent with previous versions.

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