Introduction to Web Accessibility
November 16, 2017 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am EST
Date:
November 16, 2017
Time:
10:00 am – 11:30 am
Cost:
$75
Event Category:
Workshop
Event Tags:
Accessibility, AODA, WCAG, web accessibility, website, workshop
Venue
Centre for Social Innovation
215 Spadina Ave, 4th Floor
Toronto,ONM5T 2C7Canada
Tickets
Introduction to Web Accessibility (Nov. 16, 2017) $75.00
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This workshop provides a non-technical introduction to digital accessibility as it relates to web content and documents. Participants will gain an understanding of the way people with disabilities interact with digital content and receive a high-level overview of WCAG 2.0 guiding principles and guidelines.
Learning outcomes
By completing this workshop, participants will:
Understand accessibility and contributing factors
Gain insights into the ways people overcome digital accessibility barriers and use assistive technologies
Learn how how web accessibility impacts organizations
Identify WCAG 2.0’s principles and guidelines
This workshop complements, and is suggested prior to, the “Strategies for Web Accessibility” workshop being the same day from 1-4pm.
The workshop covered a lot of information I was not aware of. Very informative!
Really helpful – videos and screen reader demo.
Great explanation of the experience of real users – what tools they use and expect.
INCLUDED IN THE WORKSHOP:
High quality instruction by a Web Accessibility Specialist
Small class size
Accessibility Resource List
Complimentary coffee and tea
Networking with other professionals
Official recognition for your participation (that you can share on LinkedIn, Facebook or your resume)
Accommodations
Accommodations available upon request.