Introduction to Web Accessibility Overview/Description Expected Duration Lesson Objectives Course Number Expertise Level Overview/Description Web accessibility is a must in today's world. Discover why web accessibility is important. Explore the types of disabilities that need to be addressed, as well as the different kinds of assistive technology.
Expected Duration (hours)
0.7
Lesson Objectives Introduction to Web Accessibility
describe web accessibility and why it's important
specify the benefits of creating accessible web sites
describe web accessibility and what it means to web designers
define the challenges commonly associated with creating more accessible web sites
specify the importance of web accessibility in the enterprise
describe common misconceptions surrounding web accessibility
describe various types and causes of vision impairment
specify types and causes of physical disabilities
define types and causes of cognitive disabilities
define types and causes of learning disabilities
describe the role of assistive technologies and why it's important to be aware of these technologies
describe the various keyboard technologies and how they can be leveraged in accessible web design
define screen magnifier technologies and how they can be leveraged in accessible web design
define screen reader technologies and how they can be leveraged in accessible web design
specify mobile devices and how they pose a challenge in accessible web design
specify speech synthesizer technologies and how they can be leveraged in accessible web design
define web accessibility, challenges, disabilities, and technologies
Course Number: it_wdwafd_01_enus
Expertise Level
Beginner