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Wave is an online suite of tools that you can use to check the accessibility of a website against the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG). In this project, you will learn about WCAG and how to use WAVE to ensure your web page is meeting the guidelines.
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Project Overview
In this project you will use a web based program called WAVE to evaluate webpages for accessibility.
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Know what's good ,
what to watch for , and
possible dealbreakers
Appropriate for complete and absolute beginners who want to learn how to use the WAVE tool to ensure accessibility and compliance with the WCAG
This course is useful for professionals who work in web design, development, or content creation and who want to improve the accessibility of their websites
Offers a thorough foundation in WCAG and WAVE
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Organize them into a logical order
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compile the syllabus, assignment sheets, and past exam paper
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Familiarity with course materials and expectations will contribute to course success.
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Collect the syllabus and any available assignment sheets and past exam papers.
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Organize the materials into a folder or binder.
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Review the syllabus to understand the course structure, grading policies, and key dates.
Review HTML
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Review basic HTML syntax
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Go through a few simple HTML tutorials
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Build a simple HTML page
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Review HTML and CSS
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Practice your understanding of these languages and build confidence
Browse courses on
HTML
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Revisit HTML syntax and review how to structure a web page.
-
Practice writing CSS styles and apply them to HTML elements.
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Build a simple web page to test your skills.
Read 'Accessibility for Everyone'
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This book provides a comprehensive overview of accessibility guidelines and best practices.
View
Accessibility for Everyone
on Amazon
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Read chapters 1-3
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Take notes on key concepts
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Complete the exercises at the end of each chapter
follow tutorials on using WAVE and WCAG
Show steps
Structured tutorials will provide a guided approach to mastering the tool and guidelines.
Show steps
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Locate online tutorials on using WAVE.
-
Follow the tutorials and practice using WAVE.
-
Review tutorials on WCAG and its principles.
Evaluate web pages for WCAG compliance
Show steps
Practice using the WAVE tool to ensure that your web pages meet Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, improving your skills in web accessibility evaluation.
Browse courses on
Web Content Accessibility Guidelines
Show steps
-
Install the WAVE tool extension or bookmarklet
-
Navigate to a webpage and activate WAVE
-
Review the WAVE evaluation results and identify accessibility issues
-
Make necessary changes to the webpage to address the identified issues
Complete the WAVE walkthrough tutorial
Show steps
Follow the official WAVE tutorial to gain a guided understanding of the tool's features and capabilities for accessibility evaluation.
Show steps
-
Visit the WAVE website or open the WAVE extension
-
Locate and click on the 'Tutorial' link
-
Follow the guided instructions and complete the tutorial
Follow WAVE tutorials
Show steps
These tutorials provide step-by-step guidance on using WAVE to evaluate accessibility.
Show steps
-
Go through the WAVE tutorial
-
Complete the WAVE practice exercises
-
Evaluate a few web pages using WAVE
Follow tutorials on WAVE
Show steps
Gain a better understanding of how to use WAVE and its features.
Show steps
-
Find tutorials on WAVE's website or other platforms.
-
Follow the steps and instructions provided in the tutorials.
-
Practice using WAVE on different websites to test your understanding.
-
Review the results and identify areas for improvement.
practice using the Wave tool
Show steps
Direct practice using the Wave tool will build familiarity for its use throughout the course.
Show steps
-
Access the Wave tool and explore its features.
-
Run a Wave evaluation on a sample webpage.
-
Identify and review the accessibility errors and warnings reported by Wave.
Evaluate websites for accessibility using WAVE
Show steps
Reinforce your skills by applying WAVE to real-world examples.
Show steps
-
Gather a variety of websites from different industries.
-
Use WAVE to evaluate each website and identify accessibility issues.
-
Classify and prioritize the issues based on their severity.
-
Suggest recommendations for improving the accessibility of each website.
provide assistance to a peer in WAVE evaluation
Show steps
Mentoring peers in using the tool will reinforce learning and promote collaboration.
Show steps
-
Identify a peer who is struggling with WAVE.
-
Offer guidance and support in using WAVE.
-
Provide feedback on their WAVE evaluations.
Evaluate websites for accessibility
Show steps
Repetitive practice is key to developing proficiency in accessibility evaluation.
Show steps
-
Find a few websites with varying levels of accessibility
-
Evaluate these websites using WAVE or another accessibility evaluation tool
-
Identify and document any accessibility issues you find
-
Research and suggest solutions to the accessibility issues
Discuss WAVE findings with classmates
Show steps
Gain diverse perspectives and enhance your understanding through peer collaboration.
Show steps
-
Form small groups with classmates.
-
Share your WAVE evaluation results and discuss your findings.
-
Compare different perspectives and learn from others' experiences.
-
Identify common accessibility issues and brainstorm solutions.
evaluate a personal or favorite website for accessibility
Show steps
Applying the principles learned to a self-chosen project will personalize the learning experience.
Show steps
-
Select a website that you are familiar with.
-
Use WAVE to evaluate the website for accessibility.
-
Document the accessibility issues you find.
-
Suggest improvements to address the accessibility issues.
Write a blog post about WCAG guidelines
Show steps
Solidify your understanding by explaining the guidelines to others.
Browse courses on
WCAG
Show steps
-
Research the WCAG guidelines and their importance.
-
Organize your thoughts and identify key points to cover.
-
Write a clear and concise blog post explaining the guidelines.
-
Share your blog post and engage with readers' comments.
write a short guide on how to use WAVE
Show steps
Creating a guide will reinforce understanding and support retention of the material.
Show steps
-
Outline the key steps involved in using Wave.
-
Write clear and concise instructions for each step.
-
Review and edit your guide to ensure clarity and accuracy.
Attend a workshop on WCAG compliance
Show steps
Deepen your understanding through expert-led sessions and practical exercises.
Browse courses on
WCAG
Show steps
-
Research and identify relevant workshops on WCAG compliance.
-
Register for a workshop that aligns with your learning goals.
-
Attend the workshop, participate actively, and take notes.
-
Implement the knowledge and skills gained in your own projects.
Volunteer for a web accessibility organization
Show steps
Volunteering will provide you with practical experience and allow you to network with other accessibility professionals.
Show steps
-
Research web accessibility organizations in your area
-
Identify volunteer opportunities that match your skills and interests
-
Contact the organization and express your interest in volunteering
-
Prepare for your volunteer role by completing any necessary training
Design an accessible website
Show steps
This project will challenge you to apply your knowledge of accessibility guidelines to a real-world scenario.
Show steps
-
Choose a website to redesign
-
Research and apply best practices for accessible web design
-
Develop a prototype or mockup of your redesigned website
-
Evaluate your design for accessibility using WAVE or another accessibility evaluation tool
Organize your course materials
Show steps
This will help to improve your retention of the course material.
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Review your notes and handouts
- Organize them into a logical order
- Create a study guide or summary
compile the syllabus, assignment sheets, and past exam paper
Show steps
Familiarity with course materials and expectations will contribute to course success.
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Collect the syllabus and any available assignment sheets and past exam papers.
- Organize the materials into a folder or binder.
- Review the syllabus to understand the course structure, grading policies, and key dates.
Review HTML
Show steps
This course requires some familiarity with HTML.
Browse courses on
HTML
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Review basic HTML syntax
- Go through a few simple HTML tutorials
- Build a simple HTML page
18 other activities
Expand to see all activities and additional details
Show all 21 activities
Review HTML and CSS
Show steps
Practice your understanding of these languages and build confidence
Browse courses on
HTML
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Revisit HTML syntax and review how to structure a web page.
- Practice writing CSS styles and apply them to HTML elements.
- Build a simple web page to test your skills.
Read 'Accessibility for Everyone'
Show steps
This book provides a comprehensive overview of accessibility guidelines and best practices.
View
Accessibility for Everyone
on Amazon
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Read chapters 1-3
- Take notes on key concepts
- Complete the exercises at the end of each chapter
follow tutorials on using WAVE and WCAG
Show steps
Structured tutorials will provide a guided approach to mastering the tool and guidelines.
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Locate online tutorials on using WAVE.
- Follow the tutorials and practice using WAVE.
- Review tutorials on WCAG and its principles.
Evaluate web pages for WCAG compliance
Show steps
Practice using the WAVE tool to ensure that your web pages meet Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, improving your skills in web accessibility evaluation.
Browse courses on
Web Content Accessibility Guidelines
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Install the WAVE tool extension or bookmarklet
- Navigate to a webpage and activate WAVE
- Review the WAVE evaluation results and identify accessibility issues
- Make necessary changes to the webpage to address the identified issues
Complete the WAVE walkthrough tutorial
Show steps
Follow the official WAVE tutorial to gain a guided understanding of the tool's features and capabilities for accessibility evaluation.
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Visit the WAVE website or open the WAVE extension
- Locate and click on the 'Tutorial' link
- Follow the guided instructions and complete the tutorial
Follow WAVE tutorials
Show steps
These tutorials provide step-by-step guidance on using WAVE to evaluate accessibility.
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Go through the WAVE tutorial
- Complete the WAVE practice exercises
- Evaluate a few web pages using WAVE
Follow tutorials on WAVE
Show steps
Gain a better understanding of how to use WAVE and its features.
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Find tutorials on WAVE's website or other platforms.
- Follow the steps and instructions provided in the tutorials.
- Practice using WAVE on different websites to test your understanding.
- Review the results and identify areas for improvement.
practice using the Wave tool
Show steps
Direct practice using the Wave tool will build familiarity for its use throughout the course.
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Access the Wave tool and explore its features.
- Run a Wave evaluation on a sample webpage.
- Identify and review the accessibility errors and warnings reported by Wave.
Evaluate websites for accessibility using WAVE
Show steps
Reinforce your skills by applying WAVE to real-world examples.
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Gather a variety of websites from different industries.
- Use WAVE to evaluate each website and identify accessibility issues.
- Classify and prioritize the issues based on their severity.
- Suggest recommendations for improving the accessibility of each website.
provide assistance to a peer in WAVE evaluation
Show steps
Mentoring peers in using the tool will reinforce learning and promote collaboration.
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Identify a peer who is struggling with WAVE.
- Offer guidance and support in using WAVE.
- Provide feedback on their WAVE evaluations.
Evaluate websites for accessibility
Show steps
Repetitive practice is key to developing proficiency in accessibility evaluation.
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Find a few websites with varying levels of accessibility
- Evaluate these websites using WAVE or another accessibility evaluation tool
- Identify and document any accessibility issues you find
- Research and suggest solutions to the accessibility issues
Discuss WAVE findings with classmates
Show steps
Gain diverse perspectives and enhance your understanding through peer collaboration.
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Form small groups with classmates.
- Share your WAVE evaluation results and discuss your findings.
- Compare different perspectives and learn from others' experiences.
- Identify common accessibility issues and brainstorm solutions.
evaluate a personal or favorite website for accessibility
Show steps
Applying the principles learned to a self-chosen project will personalize the learning experience.
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Select a website that you are familiar with.
- Use WAVE to evaluate the website for accessibility.
- Document the accessibility issues you find.
- Suggest improvements to address the accessibility issues.
Write a blog post about WCAG guidelines
Show steps
Solidify your understanding by explaining the guidelines to others.
Browse courses on
WCAG
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Research the WCAG guidelines and their importance.
- Organize your thoughts and identify key points to cover.
- Write a clear and concise blog post explaining the guidelines.
- Share your blog post and engage with readers' comments.
write a short guide on how to use WAVE
Show steps
Creating a guide will reinforce understanding and support retention of the material.
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Outline the key steps involved in using Wave.
- Write clear and concise instructions for each step.
- Review and edit your guide to ensure clarity and accuracy.
Attend a workshop on WCAG compliance
Show steps
Deepen your understanding through expert-led sessions and practical exercises.
Browse courses on
WCAG
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Research and identify relevant workshops on WCAG compliance.
- Register for a workshop that aligns with your learning goals.
- Attend the workshop, participate actively, and take notes.
- Implement the knowledge and skills gained in your own projects.
Volunteer for a web accessibility organization
Show steps
Volunteering will provide you with practical experience and allow you to network with other accessibility professionals.
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Research web accessibility organizations in your area
- Identify volunteer opportunities that match your skills and interests
- Contact the organization and express your interest in volunteering
- Prepare for your volunteer role by completing any necessary training
Design an accessible website
Show steps
This project will challenge you to apply your knowledge of accessibility guidelines to a real-world scenario.
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Choose a website to redesign
- Research and apply best practices for accessible web design
- Develop a prototype or mockup of your redesigned website
- Evaluate your design for accessibility using WAVE or another accessibility evaluation tool
Career center
Learners who complete Test Accessibility of Your Design with WAVE will develop knowledge and skills
that may be useful to these careers:
Web Accessibility Consultant
Web Accessibility Consultant
The Test Accessibility of Your Design with WAVE course can be a valuable resource for Web Accessibility Consultants. This role is responsible for ensuring that websites meet accessibility standards, which are essential for people with disabilities to use the web. The course provides an overview of the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) and how to use WAVE to check the accessibility of a website. This knowledge can help Web Accessibility Consultants to identify and fix accessibility issues, making websites more accessible to everyone.
Front-End Developer
Front-End Developer
The Test Accessibility of Your Design with WAVE course can be helpful for Front-End Developers. This role is responsible for the design and development of the user interface of websites. The course provides an overview of the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) and how to use WAVE to check the accessibility of a website. This knowledge can help Front-End Developers to create websites that are accessible to everyone.
Web Designer
Web Designer
The Test Accessibility of Your Design with WAVE course can be helpful for Web Designers. This role is responsible for the visual design of websites. The course provides an overview of the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) and how to use WAVE to check the accessibility of a website. This knowledge can help Web Designers to create websites that are visually appealing and accessible to everyone.
User Experience (UX) Designer
User Experience (UX) Designer
The Test Accessibility of Your Design with WAVE course may be helpful for User Experience (UX) Designers. This role is responsible for the overall user experience of websites and digital products. The course provides an overview of the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) and how to use WAVE to check the accessibility of a website. This knowledge can help UX Designers to create websites that are easy to use and accessible to everyone.
Software Quality Assurance (QA) Engineer
Software Quality Assurance (QA) Engineer
The Test Accessibility of Your Design with WAVE course may be helpful for Software Quality Assurance (QA) Engineers. This role is responsible for testing software to ensure that it meets quality standards. The course provides an overview of the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) and how to use WAVE to check the accessibility of a website. This knowledge can help QA Engineers to test websites for accessibility issues.
Product Manager
Product Manager
The Test Accessibility of Your Design with WAVE course may be helpful for Product Managers. This role is responsible for managing the development of products. The course provides an overview of the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) and how to use WAVE to check the accessibility of a website. This knowledge can help Product Managers to ensure that their products are accessible to everyone.
Information Architect
Information Architect
The Test Accessibility of Your Design with WAVE course may be helpful for Information Architects. This role is responsible for the organization and structure of websites. The course provides an overview of the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) and how to use WAVE to check the accessibility of a website. This knowledge can help Information Architects to create websites that are easy to navigate and accessible to everyone.
Technical Writer
Technical Writer
The Test Accessibility of Your Design with WAVE course may be helpful for Technical Writers. This role is responsible for writing and editing technical documentation. The course provides an overview of the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) and how to use WAVE to check the accessibility of a website. This knowledge can help Technical Writers to write documentation that is accessible to everyone.
Web Publisher
Web Publisher
The Test Accessibility of Your Design with WAVE course may be helpful for Web Publishers. This role is responsible for publishing and maintaining websites. The course provides an overview of the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) and how to use WAVE to check the accessibility of a website. This knowledge can help Web Publishers to ensure that their websites are accessible to everyone.
Webmaster
Webmaster
The Test Accessibility of Your Design with WAVE course may be helpful for Webmasters. This role is responsible for the administration and maintenance of websites. The course provides an overview of the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) and how to use WAVE to check the accessibility of a website. This knowledge can help Webmasters to ensure that their websites are accessible to everyone.
For more career information including salaries, visit:
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Reading list
We've selected six books
that we think will supplement your
learning. Use these to
develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a
deeper understanding of the topics covered in
Test Accessibility of Your Design with WAVE.
A comprehensive guide to accessible web design, covering everything from HTML and CSS to JavaScript and ARIA. Includes practical tips and code examples for creating accessible websites.
A practical guide to web accessibility, covering everything from legal requirements to technical implementation. Includes checklists, resources, and case studies for creating accessible websites.
A comprehensive overview of web accessibility principles and best practices, discussing how to create websites that are accessible to everyone. Provides practical advice and code examples for implementing accessible features.
Covers the basics of web accessibility, including the WCAG guidelines and how to use WAVE to check for accessibility issues. Useful for those who are new to web accessibility or who want a quick overview of the topic.
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Covers how to use JavaScript to create accessible web applications. Provides practical examples and techniques for handling accessibility concerns with JavaScript, AJAX, and other web technologies.
A beginner-friendly guide to web accessibility, covering the basics of WCAG guidelines and how to implement accessible design principles. Provides practical tips and resources for creating accessible websites.
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Instructor
Heidi Barker
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Good to know
Appropriate for complete and absolute beginners who want to learn how to use the WAVE tool to ensure accessibility and compliance with the WCAG
This course is useful for professionals who work in web design, development, or content creation and who want to improve the accessibility of their websites
Offers a thorough foundation in WCAG and WAVE
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