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2006 Spring : Web Standards: Making Accessible Web Sites |
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| Is the World Wide Web a public space? And if so, does the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) extend to this place? Most would answer yes to both of these questions, but how do you make a web site handicapped accessible? That is the central focus of this short course. We will begin with an introduction to web standards and section 508 compliance. From that framework, Dreamweaver's built-in accessibility features will be explored. Tools that check the accessibility of web sites will be considered and support options at Virginia Tech and beyond will be outlined. Hands-on activities will be an integral part of this session. | |||
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New Media Center, http://www.nmc.vt.edu Web development help and consulting services. Services for Students with Disabilities, http://www.ssd.vt.edu Office for Equal Opportunity, http://www.eoaa.vt.edu, eooffice@vt.edu, (540) 231-7500 Virginia.gov, IT Accessibility Standard, Web Site Standard, and Web Site Guidelines, http://www.vita.virginia.gov/docs/websiteStandards.cfm WebAim, http://www.webaim.org This site contains a vast amount of information on Wweb accessibility. You can read through an introduction on accessibility, take a close look at the major areas of disability, find guides and tools for evaluating your website, and even specific fixes to various problems. Misunderstood Minds, http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/misunderstoodminds/ “This site is a companion to the PBS special Misunderstood Minds, and profiles a variety of learning problems and expert opinions. It is designed to give parents and teachers a better understanding of learning processes, insights into difficulties, and strategies for responding.” Macromedia Dreamweaver 8 Accessiblity Guide, http://www.macromedia.com/resources/accessibility/dw8/index.html This site contains an overview as well as specific tools within Dreamweaver to help you make your sites accessible. |
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