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Knowbility May 18, 2023

Technologies and strategies used to access digital content include screen readers and screen magnification, Braille displays, alternative navigation methods (keyboard only, switch, voice), captions, transcripts, dark mode, and more. Examples: https://webaim.org/articles/motor/assistive#intro
#BADA

WebAIM: Motor Disabilities - Assistive Technologies

Knowbility May 16, 2023

WOW. What a spectacular 4 days it’s been at #AccessU2023. Thank you to everyone who attended, presented, and volunteered at our 20th Anniversary. Together at AccessU, we experienced:

1️⃣ Powerful keynotes delivered by Peter Slatin, Giselle Mota, Kelvin Crosby, Kelsey Ruger, and Jutta Treviranus.

2️⃣ Industry experts who facilitated workshops, instructor-led sessions, and demonstrations

3️⃣ Roundtable discussions and lots of networking between accessibility advocates

Share your highlights with us!

Knowbility May 10, 2023

“The arc of disability justice is long, but it bends towards accessibility.”
— Peter Slatin, at our opening keynote for AccessU 2023. Accessibility is a journey, and we’re honored that Peter is helping lead the way. Check out the full talk:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fJPO8nE0ag8
#A11y
#Accessibility
#AccessU2023

The Future History of Accessibility with Peter Slatin

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Knowbility Apr 28, 2023

What do people with disabilities think of your website? Providing #DisabledPeople with access to your website is a commitment to #equity. Investing in your website is an investment in a more #inclusive digital world. Check out our #UsabilityTesting service:
https://knowbility.org/services/accessworks

AccessWorks – Usability testing with people with disabilities — Knowbility

AccessWorks is a user panel of people with disabilities maintained by Knowbility for usability testing of websites, mobile apps, and computer applications.

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Knowbility Apr 27, 2023

The original Web accessibility rulemaking process began under the Obama administration back in 2010. The Department of Justice is taking another swing at codifying technical standards to assist public entities - keep an eye on the process for public input opportunities.
https://www.forbes.com/sites/gusalexiou/2023/03/24/web-accessibility-laws-set-to-enter-new-era-as-doj-gears-up-for-spring-rulemaking/

Web Accessibility Laws Set To Enter New Era As DOJ Gears Up For Spring Rulemaking

The Department of Justice launches a rulemaking procedure in May for technical standards for website accessibility in relation to the law. This represents an important moment in the history of web development as stakeholders look to identify short- and medium-term priorities.

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Knowbility Apr 26, 2023

Marc Thorson, founder of Nelnet's Accessibility Program, predicts that eye gaze technology will be the next innovation from #AssistiveTech
to become mainstream. Attend AccessU 2023 & learn from Marc’s lived experience:
https://knowbility.org/programs/john-slatin-accessu-2023
#Accessibility
#AccessU2023

John Slatin AccessU 2023 — Knowbility

Knowbility's annual accessible digital design conference is May 9-12, 2023.

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Knowbility Apr 25, 2023

As AccessU is just two weeks away, we’d like to take a moment to thank one of our sponsors, Fable! Thank you, Fable, for believing in our shared vision of equal access to technology for people with disabilities. Get to know our other sponsors:
https://knowbility.org/programs/john-slatin-accessu-2023/sponsors
#Accessibility
#AccessU2023

AccessU 2023 Sponsors — Knowbility

AccessU 2023 Sponsors

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Knowbility Apr 13, 2023

This year at AccessU, IAAP will be hosting a testing site in-person offering three certifications: Accessible Document Specialist (ADS), Certified Professional in Accessibility Core Competencies (CPACC), and Web Accessibility Specialist (WAS).
Apply by May 2nd, 2023 and get your certification on-site! Please note that the WAS certification exam requires an additional screening application.
https://knowbility.org/programs/john-slatin-accessu-2023/iaap-exam-information

IAAP Exam Information — Knowbility

IAAP Exam Information

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Knowbility Mar 28, 2023

Google Chrome’s new zoom on mobile blows things up by up to 300 percent.
We’re excited for improved accessibility on mobile devices running Chrome on Android!
theverge.com/2023/2/27/23615602/google-chrome-page-zoom-android-accessibility
#A11y
#Accessibility
#Chrome

Knowbility Mar 27, 2023

If adults are finding it tough to concentrate, then we can imagine it might be even harder for young people. Come to our next #ToolkitTuesday on March 28 to learn best practices to help your students focus!
https://knowbility.org/blog/2023/learn-top-tips-for-improved-focus
#Accessibility
#K12

Learn Top Tips for Improved Focus — Knowbility

Learn Top Tips for Improved Focus

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