Web Accessibility and Usability
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- Understanding Web Standards and Accessibility
- The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG)
- Implementing Accessible Design Practices
- Crafting Accessible Multimedia Content
- Optimising Forms and Data Tables for Accessibility
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Overview
The importance of having an accessible site is greater than simply improving the experience for disabled users, as important as this is. Making your website fully accessible benefits individuals, businesses, and society as a whole. It also keeps you aligned with legal regulations. Developers, designers and content editors all play a part in maintaining the accessibility of a site and without proper training, may inadvertently make changes that compromise a website's accessibility status and fall foul of the law. By equipping internal teams with the knowledge and skills to build and write in an accessible way, you will ensure compliance from the outset.
Our course will enable those attending to gain a thorough understanding of web accessibility and usability issues. Our full course agenda includes Web standards, Web accessibility, Understanding accessibility requirements, Making a website more accessible, Assessing website accessibility and Recommendations for delegates' own websites.
Our course will enable those attending to gain a thorough understanding of web accessibility and usability issues. Our full course agenda includes Web standards, Web accessibility, Understanding accessibility requirements, Making a website more accessible, Assessing website accessibility and Recommendations for delegates' own websites.
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Course Outline
Understanding Web Standards and Accessibility
- Exploring the importance of web design standards in modern development
- Examining the roles of W3C and ECMA in shaping web standards
- Discussing the Equality Act and its implications for web accessibility
- Analysing the business benefits of accessible websites, including improved SEO
The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG)
- Breaking down WCAG 2.1 principles: Perceivable, Operable, Understandable, and Robust
- Exploring the three levels of conformance: A, AA, and AAA
- Discussing real-world applications of WCAG in various industries
- Examining case studies of successful WCAG implementation
Implementing Accessible Design Practices
- Optimising font choices and colour contrasts for readability
- Creating accessible images with proper alt text and descriptions
- Designing navigable and keyboard-friendly interfaces
- Structuring content for screen readers and assistive technologies
- Implementing ARIA (Accessible Rich Internet Applications) attributes effectively
Crafting Accessible Multimedia Content
- Developing strategies for accessible video and audio content
- Implementing closed captions, transcripts, and audio descriptions
- Ensuring accessibility in interactive elements and animations
- Exploring alternatives to Flash for modern, accessible web experiences
Optimising Forms and Data Tables for Accessibility
- Designing intuitive and accessible form layouts
- Implementing proper form labelling and error handling
- Creating accessible data tables with appropriate headers and structure
- Testing form submissions with various assistive technologies
Writing for Web Accessibility and Usability
- Crafting clear, concise, and scannable content
- Implementing proper heading structure and semantic HTML
- Utilising lists, white space, and formatting for improved readability
- Adapting writing style for different user needs and cognitive abilities
Accessibility in Content Management Systems (CMS)
- Exploring accessibility features in popular CMS platforms
- Implementing accessible templates and themes
- Educating content creators on maintaining accessibility in CMS environments
- Developing accessibility checklists for CMS-based workflows
Testing and Evaluating Web Accessibility
- Utilising automated accessibility testing tools effectively
- Conducting manual accessibility audits and heuristic evaluations
- Performing user testing with individuals with disabilities
- Creating and maintaining an accessibility statement for your website
Mobile Accessibility Considerations
- Addressing unique challenges in mobile web accessibility
- Implementing responsive design with accessibility in mind
- Optimising touch targets and gestures for users with motor impairments
- Ensuring accessibility in mobile-specific features and interactions
Staying Current with Accessibility Trends and Technologies
- Exploring emerging technologies in web accessibility (eg. AI-powered solutions)
- Discussing the future of web accessibility standards and guidelines
- Implementing continuous learning and improvement in accessibility practices
- Building a culture of accessibility within organisations
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- UK government guidance and tools for digital accessibility – UK government accessibility design guidelines
- Tutorials from W3 Schools – Free HTML tutorials
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- Responsive Web Design: What It Is And How To Use It – Learn how to respond to the user’s behaviour and environment based on screen size, platform and orientation
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- The complete guide to UX from Hotjar – Introduction to UX design: key principles, best practices, and mistakes to avoid
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