This Transportation Librarians Roundtable (TLR)addresses how transportation librarians -- particularly when it comes to compliance with the standards and requirements of Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 -- can help facilitate web accessibility. The discussion covers assistive technologies, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, and best practices for creating and evaluating accessible websites. The featured speaker is Jared Smith, of WebAIM (Web Accessibility in Mind), a non-profit organization that focuses on lowering various information technology barriers for individuals with disabilities.
Content Notes:
0:00:00 – 0:01:50 Welcome and Session Introduction;
0:01:51 – 0:03:43 Introduction to Speaker Jared Smith;
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