Art of Alt Curriculum: Lesson 2: Accessible Images

Overview of Lesson 2

Lesson 2 explains the important points to consider in the development of accessible images. The sections give examples and offer hands-on practice in creating the appropriate alternatives to images so that all users have the opportunity to appreciate the wonderful images, pictures, graphics, and photos that are such an important part of humanities content.

Sections

2.1 Defining accessible images
2.2 Creating text alternatives
2.3 Relevant accessibility standards and guidelines
2.4 Evaluation approaches
2.5 Information for the Web developer
2.6 References and Resources

Accessibility from the User Perspective

This video clip is from an interview with a student who is blind. She discusses her use of technology.

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Transcript of Video Clip

I think that technology has really helped me in school so far and
I don't think I could've done as well if I didn't have it because
I wouldn't have been very motivated
but I mean, there's always a downside to technology
even if its not just computers

Go on to Section 1.