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Accessibility

Testing and Screen Reader Use

Gerard K. Cohen

This course will teach you different techniques to efficiently and thoroughly test your websites for accessibility, using a combination of testing tools and various assistive technologies like screen readers.

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This course will teach you different techniques to efficiently and thoroughly test your websites for accessibility, using a combination of testing tools and various assistive technologies like screen readers.

Testing for accessibility should be embedded into your daily workflow. In this course, Accessibility: Testing and Screen Reader Use, you’ll learn to test web sites for accessibility. First, you’ll explore simple techniques to test for the most common accessibility issues. Next, you’ll discover tools you can build into your daily workflow to prevent introducing new issues. Finally, you’ll learn how to test using assistive technologies like screen readers. When you’re finished with this course, you’ll have the skills and knowledge of testing techniques needed to ensure your websites are inclusive and accessible.

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Syllabus

Course Overview
Basic Testing Techniques
Static Code Analysis
Testing Tools
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Testing with Screen Readers
Putting It All Together: A Testing Plan

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Know what's good
, what to watch for
, and possible dealbreakers
Introduces techniques to facilitate efficient and thorough website accessibility testing
Provides hands-on experience with various assistive technologies, such as screen readers, for real-world testing
Develops skills in both manual testing techniques and automated testing tools, providing a comprehensive approach to accessibility testing
Taught by Gerard K. Cohen, an experienced accessibility expert, ensuring high-quality instruction
Suitable for those seeking to enhance their accessibility testing skills, including web developers, testers, and accessibility professionals

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Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Accessibility: Testing and Screen Reader Use with these activities:
Review Basics of Accessibility Concepts
Grasps the fundamentals of accessibility to prepare for course content.
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  • Read the W3C Web Accessibility Initiative (WAI) Introduction
  • Review the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) Overview
  • Explore the Accessibility Toolbar in Your Browser
Review basic HTML and CSS
Reviewing basic HTML and CSS will help you better understand the content covered in this course.
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Introduction to Screen Reader Use for Accessibility
Learn the basics of screen readers to understand how users with visual impairments interact with websites.
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  • Install a Screen Reader on Your Computer
  • Explore the Features and Options of the Screen Reader
  • Practice Navigating a Website with the Screen Reader
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Attend a web accessibility meetup
Attending a web accessibility meetup will allow you to connect with other people who are interested in the topic.
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  • Find a web accessibility meetup in your area
  • Attend the meetup
  • Network with other attendees
  • Learn about the latest web accessibility trends and best practices
Attend a web accessibility workshop
Attending a web accessibility workshop will help you learn more about the topic and improve your skills.
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  • Find a web accessibility workshop in your area
  • Attend the workshop
  • Learn about the latest web accessibility trends and best practices
  • Network with other attendees
Volunteer for a web accessibility organization
Volunteering for a web accessibility organization will give you practical experience.
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  • Find a web accessibility organization in your area
  • Contact the organization and ask how you can volunteer
  • Volunteer your time to help the organization
  • Learn about web accessibility and gain practical experience
Lead a study group on web accessibility
Leading a study group on web accessibility will help you deepen your understanding of the topic.
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  • Find a group of people who are interested in learning about web accessibility
  • Choose a topic for your study group
  • Create a study plan
  • Lead the study group
Participate in a web accessibility competition
Participating in a web accessibility competition will challenge you to apply your skills.
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  • Find a web accessibility competition
  • Form a team or work on your own
  • Develop a solution to the competition
  • Submit your solution

Career center

Learners who complete Accessibility: Testing and Screen Reader Use will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:
Web Accessibility Specialist
Web Accessibility Specialists take a proactive role in ensuring that websites and other digital products are accessible to individuals with disabilities. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge needed to identify and rectify accessibility issues, ensuring that websites are inclusive and accessible to all users.
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Front-End Engineer
Front-End Engineers are responsible for designing and developing the user interface of websites and web applications. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge needed to build accessible front-end code, ensuring that websites are inclusive and accessible to all users.
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User Experience Designer
User Experience Designers focus on creating websites and applications that are both accessible and user-friendly. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge needed to design accessible and inclusive user experiences, ensuring that all users can easily interact with your products.
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Software Engineer
Software Engineers are responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining software applications. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge needed to build accessible software applications, ensuring that all users can easily interact with your products.
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Quality Assurance Analyst
Quality Assurance Analysts are responsible for testing software applications to ensure that they meet quality standards. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge needed to test for accessibility issues, ensuring that software applications are inclusive and accessible to all users.
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Project Manager
Project Managers are responsible for planning, executing, and closing projects. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge needed to manage accessibility projects, ensuring that websites and other digital products are inclusive and accessible to all users.
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Technical Writer
Technical Writers are responsible for creating and maintaining documentation for software applications. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge needed to create accessible documentation, ensuring that all users can easily understand your products.
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Instructional Designer
Instructional Designers are responsible for creating and developing learning materials. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge needed to create accessible learning materials, ensuring that all learners can easily access and understand your content.
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Assistive Technology Specialist
Assistive Technology Specialists are responsible for providing support and training to individuals with disabilities. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge needed to understand and use assistive technologies, ensuring that individuals with disabilities can fully participate in society.
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Disability Services Coordinator
Disability Services Coordinators provide support and services to individuals with disabilities. This course may be useful for Disability Services Coordinators who are working with individuals with disabilities who are experiencing accessibility issues.
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Consultant
Consultants provide advice and support to clients on a variety of topics. This course may be useful for Consultants who are working with clients on accessibility and inclusion issues.
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Policy Analyst
Policy Analysts are responsible for developing and analyzing policies. This course may be useful for Policy Analysts who are working on policies related to accessibility and inclusion.
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Researcher
Researchers conduct research on a variety of topics. This course may be useful for Researchers who are studying accessibility and inclusion.
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Educator
Educators teach students about a variety of subjects. This course may be useful for Educators who are teaching about accessibility and inclusion.
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Advocate
Advocates work to promote the rights of individuals with disabilities. This course may be useful for Advocates who are working on issues related to accessibility and inclusion.
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Reading list

We've selected eight 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 Accessibility: Testing and Screen Reader Use.
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Hair
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Practical guide to making websites accessible to people with disabilities.
Hair
Hardcover
$$
Inclusive Design Patterns
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Provides a collection of design patterns for creating accessible and inclusive websites.
Inclusive Design Patterns
Paperback
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Inclusive Design Patterns
Kindle Edition
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The Insider's Guide to Arm Cortex-M Development
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Provides a practical guide to web accessibility, with a focus on the technical aspects of making websites accessible to people with disabilities.
The Insider's Guide to Arm Cortex-M Development:...
Paperback
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The Insider’s Guide to Arm Cortex-M Development:...
Kindle Edition
$$
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InterACT with Web Standards
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Provides a comprehensive overview of universal design for web applications, including accessibility.
InterACT with Web Standards: A holistic approach to...
Kindle Edition
$$$
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What Every Engineer Should Know About Digital...
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Provides a practical guide to making websites accessible to people with disabilities.
What Every Engineer Should Know About Digital...
Paperback
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What Every Engineer Should Know About Digital...
Kindle Edition
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Avalee's Gift
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This guide provides instructions on how to use the built-in screen reader on Apple devices.
Avalee's Gift
Paperback
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Avalee's Gift
Kindle Edition
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Microsoft Excel with NVDA
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This guide provides instructions on how to use the NVDA screen reader.
Microsoft Excel with NVDA
Kindle Edition
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Black Cyclists
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This tool helps you to check the accessibility of your website.
Black Cyclists: The Race for Inclusion (Sport and...
Paperback
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Black Cyclists: The Race for Inclusion (Sport and...
Kindle Edition
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Gerard K. Cohen
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Good to know
Introduces techniques to facilitate efficient and thorough website accessibility testing
Provides hands-on experience with various assistive technologies, such as screen readers, for real-world testing
Develops skills in both manual testing techniques and automated testing tools, providing a comprehensive approach to accessibility testing
Taught by Gerard K. Cohen, an experienced accessibility expert, ensuring high-quality instruction
Suitable for those seeking to enhance their accessibility testing skills, including web developers, testers, and accessibility professionals
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