Course curriculum

  • 1

    Introduction to the Course

    • Introduction

    • Table of Contents
  • 2

    Chapter 1: Foundations and Applications of Digital Accessibility

    • Introduction to Digital Accessibility: Why It Matters

    • Real-World Applications: Digital Accessibility in Action

    • Exploring Accessibility: The Digital vs. Physical Landscape

    • Visual Accessibility: Enhancing Digital Navigation for the Visually Impaired

    • Audio Accessibility: Adapting Digital Environments for Hearing Impairments

    • Motor Accessibility: Facilitating Ease of Use in Digital Spaces

    • Cognitive Accessibility: Customising Digital Interfaces for Diverse Minds

    • Comparing Webpages Part-1: Identifying Good and Bad Design

    • Comparing Webpages Part-2: Identifying Good and Bad Design

    • Universal Benefits: How Digital Accessibility Improves User Experience

    • Legal Stakes in Digital Accessibility: Global Laws and High-Profile Cases

    • Quiz
  • 3

    Chapter 2: Guiding Principles to Global Impact: Standards and Compliance in Digital Accessibility

    • Perceivable: Designing for All Senses in Digital Accessibility

    • Operable: Creating User-Friendly Digital Environments for Everyone

    • Understandable: Simplifying Digital Content for Universal Comprehension

    • Robust: Building Durable and Flexible Digital Experiences

    • Navigating Global Accessibility Laws and Standards

    • Tracing the Roots: The History and Evolution of WCAG

    • Importance of Digital Accessibility Compliance

    • User Stories: Real-Life Impact of Digital Accessibility

    • Quiz
  • 4

    Chapter 3: Mastering ARIA and Semantics for Enhanced Web Accessibility

    • The Power of Semantics in Digital Accessibility

    • Getting Started with ARIA: An Introductory Guide

    • Exploring ARIA: Part 1 - Attributes, Features and Implementation

    • Exploring ARIA: Part 2 - Attributes, Features and Implementation

    • Deep Dive into ARIA: Roles, States, and Properties

    • Understanding the Role of Landmarks in Accessibility

    • Designing Accessibility: Creating Effective Landmarks

    • Quiz
  • 5

    Chapter 4: Accessibility and User Experience

    • Principles of UX Design for Digital Accessibility

    • The Impact of Accessibility Principles on User Experience

    • Inclusive Design: Part 1 - Best Practices

    • Inclusive Design: Part 2 - Best Practices

    • Empathy in Design: Fostering Accessibility Awareness

    • Interactive Insights: How Different People View Websites

    • Quiz
  • 6

    Chapter 5: Accessibility Testing Basics

    • The Essentials of Accessibility Testing: What, Why, and How

    • Automated Web Accessibility Testing: Tools and Techniques

    • Live Demo: A-Checkers

    • Live Demo: WAVE Evaluation Tool

    • Live Demo: Google Lighthouse

    • Live Demo: Other Automated Tools

    • Limitations of the Automated Web Accessibility Testing

    • Manual Web Accessibility Testing: Techniques and Best Practices

    • User Web Accessibility Testing: Approaches and Significance

    • Quiz
  • 7

    Chapter 6: Strategies for Conducting Accessibility Evaluation

    • Documenting Accessibility Issues: Techniques and Tips

    • Informal Reviews: Essential Techniques in Accessibility

    • Template Audits: Strategies for Effective Accessibility Evaluations

    • General Audits: Key Practices for Comprehensive Accessibility

    • Detailed Audits: Advanced Approaches to Accessibility Compliance

    • Quiz