Professional Web Accessibility Auditing Made Easy (Canvas net)

Professional Web Accessibility Auditing Made Easy (Canvas net)
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Though there are no prerequisites for this course, in order to make the best out of their learning experience, it is recommended that participants have:Some previous familiarity with WCAG 2.0, Working knowledge of HTML, Basic understanding of Javascript
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Professional Web Accessibility Auditing Made Easy (Canvas net)
This four-week intensive online course will help participants develop the skills and knowledge needed to evaluate websites, web content, and web applications for compliance with international web accessibility requirements. These requirements help ensure that people with disabilities are able to participate fully on the Web.

Topics


Module 1 An Overview of Web Accessibility

Unit 1 Aspects of Web Accessibility Auditing

Unit 2 Introduction to WCAG 2


Module 2 Automated and Manual Testing Strategies

Unit 3 Automated Review Tools

Unit 4 Manual Testing


Module 3 Assistive Technology and User testing

Unit 5 Assistive Technologies

Unit 6 Introduction to User Testing


Module 4 Web Accessibility Audit Reporting

Unit 7 Web Accessibility Reporting

Unit 8 Other Accessibility Standards


Course Structure

The course is made up of an Introductory Unit, plus 4 week-long modules consisting of 2 or 3 units on related topics. Each unit has a variety of readings, hands-on activities, and a short unmarked self-test. At the end of each module is a marked Module Quiz that counts toward the final mark.

Participants should be prepared to dedicate five to eight hours per week to maximize their learning experience in the course.


Prerequisites

Though there are no prerequisites for this course, in order to make the best out of their learning experience, it is recommended that participants have:

Some previous familiarity with WCAG 2.0

Working knowledge of HTML

Basic understanding of Javascript


Badge Requirement

Participants who successfully complete the four required course assessments and participate in all course activities will receive a digital badge.



Free Course
Though there are no prerequisites for this course, in order to make the best out of their learning experience, it is recommended that participants have:Some previous familiarity with WCAG 2.0, Working knowledge of HTML, Basic understanding of Javascript