WCAG 2.1 Accessibility Principles

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What does WCAG stand for?

  • Web Compliance Accessibility Grants
  • Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (correct)
  • Web Content Accessibility Group
  • Web Community Accessibility Guidelines

What is the purpose of the Color Contrast Lab in the lesson plan?

  • To adjust color combinations to meet WCAG standards. (correct)
  • To analyze color combinations for aesthetic purposes.
  • To develop web design skills unrelated to accessibility.
  • To teach students how to create animations.

The key principles of WCAG 2.1 are Perceivable, Operable, Understandable, and Reliable.

False (B)

Students will not be required to complete quick accessibility audits during the lesson.

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What is the main goal of the Project Assessment in this lesson plan?

<p>To convert an inaccessible document into an accessible format and document the changes made.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should students demonstrate in the Document Creation objective?

<p>The ability to create accessible documents and presentations using proper heading structure, lists, and formatting.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The ______ provides a checklist for web accessibility standards.

<p>WCAG</p> Signup and view all the answers

Students will implement alternative text for ______ and create descriptive materials for multimedia content.

<p>images</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the WCAG principle with its description:

<p>Perceivable = Content must be presented in a way that users can perceive it Operable = Users must be able to navigate and use the content Understandable = Users must comprehend the information and operation of the content Robust = Content must be compatible with current and future user agents, including assistive technologies</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following accessibility activities with their descriptions:

<p>Color Contrast Lab = Analyze and adjust color combinations Accessibility Audit = Identify and fix accessibility issues Research Assignment = Document accessibility features of an educational platform Extension Activity = Explore advanced accessible web components</p> Signup and view all the answers

What tool can students use to verify color compliance?

<p>Accessibility Checker (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the goals for the group reflection activity at the end of the lesson?

<p>To discuss the challenges of implementing accessibility. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Extension Activity is meant for beginners to learn about ARIA labels and roles.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

WCAG 2.1 emphasizes that digital accessibility is optional in higher education.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the essential question presented in the lesson plan?

<p>Why is digital accessibility crucial in today's educational landscape, and how does it impact different types of learners?</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Color Contrast Lab

Using online tools, students analyze and adjust color combinations to meet WCAG standards. They then create a color palette for a sample course material.

WebAIM: Contrast Checker

An online tool that helps you evaluate the color contrast ratio of text and background elements on a webpage.

Extension Activity

Advanced students delve deeper into accessibility by learning about ARIA labels and roles, building a more complex accessible web component.

Remediation Practice

Students practice fixing commonly found accessibility issues in existing documents.

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Knowledge Check

Students demonstrate their understanding of accessibility principles by conducting quick audits of sample materials.

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Project Assessment

Students transform an inaccessible document into an accessible one, documenting their changes and rationale.

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Practical Evaluation

Using a rubric, students demonstrate their ability to implement all four main accessibility components covered in the class.

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What is WCAG 2.1?

WCAG 2.1 stands for Web Content Accessibility Guidelines. It's a set of international guidelines for making websites and online content accessible to people with disabilities. It aims to ensure everyone can perceive, operate, understand, and interact with digital content.

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What are the 4 principles of WCAG 2.1?

WCAG 2.1 is divided into four core principles: Perceivable, Operable, Understandable, and Robust (POUR). This framework helps to break down accessibility into manageable and actionable steps.

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What does 'Perceivable' mean in WCAG 2.1?

Perceivable means that users can perceive the information presented on a website. This includes providing alternative text for images, using clear and consistent language, and ensuring color contrast is sufficient.

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What does 'Operable' mean in WCAG 2.1?

Operable refers to the ability of users to navigate and interact with a website easily. This includes making sure the website is keyboard-accessible, providing clear navigation, and avoiding distractions.

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What does 'Understandable' mean in WCAG 2.1?

Understandable means that the website is easy for users to comprehend. This includes using clear and simple language, providing clear instructions, and avoiding jargon.

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What does 'Robust' mean in WCAG 2.1?

Robust means that the website is compatible with a wide range of devices, browsers, and assistive technologies. This includes using well-structured code and avoiding reliance on specific technologies.

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What is alternative text (alt text)?

Alternative text (alt text) is a short, descriptive text that is associated with an image. It helps screen readers and other assistive technologies to convey the meaning of the image to users who cannot see it.

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What is color contrast?

Color contrast is the difference in lightness between the text and its background. Good color contrast makes it easier for users to read the content, especially those with low vision.

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Study Notes

Learning Objectives

  • Students will explain key WCAG 2.1 principles for digital accessibility.
  • Students will create accessible documents and presentations.
  • Students will create alternative text for images and describe multimedia content.
  • Students will design materials meeting WCAG color contrast requirements.

Instructional Activities

  • Essential Question: Discuss the importance of digital accessibility in today's education and its impact on diverse learners.
  • WCAG Guidelines Overview: Interactive presentation and Padlet to collect examples of perceivable, operable, understandable, robust (POUR) principles.
  • Document Structure Workshop: Hands-on practice creating accessible documents using headings, lists, and semantic markup, peer review, accessibility checker.
  • Alt Text Challenge: Group activity analyzing images, writing alternative text, and sharing results on a collaborative Padlet board.
  • Color Contrast Lab: Using online tools, students adjust color combinations for WCAG standards.
  • Extension Activity: Advanced students explore ARIA labels and roles for web components.
  • Remediation Practice: Guided practice on fixing common accessibility issues in documents.

Assessment

  • Knowledge Check: Students complete quick accessibility audits of sample materials.
  • Project Assessment: Students convert an inaccessible document into an accessible one and document changes/rationale.
  • Practical Evaluation: Students demonstrate implementation of accessibility components using a rubric.
  • Group Reflection: Discuss challenges, brainstorm solutions for implementing accessibility, and identify key takeaways.
  • Exit Ticket: Students identify three key takeaways about digital accessibility and one remaining question.
  • Homework: Students complete a research assignment on how one education platform implements accessibility features and a practice exercise on creating accessible PowerPoint Presentations and PDFs.
  • Accessibility Audit: Conduct an audit of a personal or professional document and fix identified issues.

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