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Value of adding audio narration to Rise lessons?
Hello fellow instructional designers, I'm wondering if you would share your thoughts on the value of adding audio narration to Rise courses. I'm helping a client upgrade a course built in Studio to ...
I think it's important to distinguish between usability and accessibility. A website (or elearning course) can meet WCAG requirements without including audio for all the onscreen content. It can actually break accessibility if it's implemented in a way that "breaks" the flow of information for screen reader users.
If the audio is being included to improve usability and inclusivity, and it doesn't negatively impact accessibility for keyboard and screen reader users, then that makes sense. If if creates an extra burden for keyboard and screen reader users, or disorients them, then I'd question the choice.
Wow, that is a fantastic point. I never thought about it that way. I'm new to my role and have been cleaning up our organization's old training modules, most of which have featured narration. But you are absolutely right - if it doesn't improve usability and inclusivity, is it really necessary?
