Does anyone have recommendations for organization that will check a final draft Storyline product to ensure all of it truly meets 508 compliance? Appreciate any help with this.
Caution: you must know what your client or course requires from the 508 guidelines. Some companies have what they call their priority lists (the top 508 elements) while others will have additional 508 elements. EX: tab order, graphic sub text, closed captioning, etc might be examples of simple 508 elements while color vibration, assistive technology usage and non keyboard utilization might be other elements.
The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.0 is a technical standard, which explains how to make web content more accessible to people with disabilities
You bring up an excellent point! Even though there are standards, to comply with, many companies pick and choose which ones they will comply to. Two points to consider:
Know how the client is defining accessibility before designing, and
If you wait until the project is developed be prepared for some tough decisions and difficult client conversation.
One time when I was brought in at the end of the project, I literally heard the original designer gasp at her course, like she was watching her home burn to the ground. Luckily, she wasn't the one asking for an accessible course.
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Greetings!
I do this kind of work. How long is your course and what is your timeframe?
Cheers,
Julie
Try www.courseavenue.com
Caution: you must know what your client or course requires from the 508 guidelines. Some companies have what they call their priority lists (the top 508 elements) while others will have additional 508 elements. EX: tab order, graphic sub text, closed captioning, etc might be examples of simple 508 elements while color vibration, assistive technology usage and non keyboard utilization might be other elements.
The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.0 is a technical standard, which explains
how to make web content more accessible to people with disabilities
Can you send me a description of your services, resume, list of past projects, as well as fee structure?
Thank you, David. Yes, those are great guidelines. I will make sure to clarify with client.
David,
You bring up an excellent point! Even though there are standards, to comply with, many companies pick and choose which ones they will comply to. Two points to consider:
One time when I was brought in at the end of the project, I literally heard the original designer gasp at her course, like she was watching her home burn to the ground. Luckily, she wasn't the one asking for an accessible course.
Cheers,
Julie
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