Tag: disabilities
HTML5 and Accessibility — By John Foliot #a11yMTL
One of the stated goals of HTML5 is to make it easier for authors to create accessible web content with a minimum of trouble. By employing Universal Design concepts, the next generation of web technologies and content will be more accessible to end users, yet easier to author and implement. But are we there yet? Read more at goo.gl – Source: #a11yMTL – Creative Commons BY-SA.
Google I/O 2011: Creating Accessible Interactive Web Apps using HTML5
Dominic Mazzoni, Rachel Shearer Providing a basic HTML site used to be the best way to make sure your content was accessible to all users. But times have changed, and now you can use HTML5 techniques to provide an experience that’s just as rich and interactive for people who use assistive technology. The emphasis of this talk will be on techniques that work today in the latest browser versions. Techniques covered will include proper use of ARIA along with focus management and keyboard navigation.