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From: John E. Brandt
Date: Mar 3, 2008 12:10PM


Any possibility of getting these recorded for download after the session? I
am probably most interested in the presentation by Michelle Swaney on
"Options for Accessible Webcasts & Online Media"

~j

John E. Brandt
Augusta, Maine USA
www.jebswebs.com



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Subject: [WebAIM] Web Accessibility Symposium free ITV sessions

As a special bonus for those who cannot attend the Web Accessibility
Symposium in Richmond, KY on March 5, we will be making several sessions
available via ITV connections. If you are interested in viewing any or all
of these presentations, email <EMAIL REMOVED> <mailto: <EMAIL REMOVED> >
immediately to make appropriate arrangements. We need to know your local ITV
connection's IP number to facilitate your connection on March 5.



Here is a list of the featured presentations:



9:40-10:30 a.m. EST, Teresa Belluscio, Director of Disability Services, EKU,
Web Accessibility: January 2008 update



Case law, structured negotiations and legal strategies.



10:40-11:30 a.m. EST, Michael Providenti, Web Development Librarian and
Robert Zai, Research and Instructional Services Librarian, NKU, Web
Accessibility at Kentucky's Academic Libraries



Data collected in two studies, 2003 and 2007, have suggested more attention
is needed to improve the accessibility of academic library websites within
the Commonwealth. The legal framework and the enforcement mechanisms that
can be applied to academic libraries and universities will be discussed.
Common accessibility barriers identified in the data collection, as well as
approaches to satisfying a selection of accessibility guidelines will be
examined. A number of common tools used to evaluate pages will be presented
and explained.



1-1:50 p.m. EST, Sage Cutler, Central Kentucky Project Manager ConnectKy,
The Digital Divide & Closing the Gap



We will take a look at what the Digital Divide is, its significance, and the
impact of what we are doing in Kentucky to help bridge this barrier. We will
review some of the recent successes, and discuss current and future focus
areas to ensure Kentucky remains the place to live, work, and raise a
family.



2-2:50 p.m. EST, Mary Donnelly, Evantage Consulting, MN: Case Study:
Findings of an accessibility study of an online resource directory geared
towards people with a disabilities and seniors



In July 2005, we conducted a study as the overall accessibility of an online
directory is geared towards seniors, people with disabilities, caregivers;
families; and low income people. Twenty-five individual tests were conducted
in users' homes. All users accessed the web using some type of assistive
technology such as a screen reader. The study uncovered twenty-seven
usability and accessibility barriers that prevent users from completing
tasks. This presentation will cover logistics, methodology, findings, and
recommendations.



3-3:50 p.m. EST, Michelle Swaney, PEPnet-South (Postsecondary Education
Programs Network) Technology Specialist, Options for Accessible Webcasts &
Online Media



In today's world of advancing technology, delivery of training and courses
through online media has opened up many opportunities for individuals to
receive needed information. However, accessibility for online delivery
methods still lags well behind and is typically not addressed. Institutions
and individuals need the necessary support and resources in order to make
informed choices and ensure that webcasts and online media are accessible.
This presentation will provide participants with options for creating
webcasts and online media that are accessible and universally designed.



If you are interested in viewing any or all of these presentations, email
<EMAIL REMOVED> <mailto: <EMAIL REMOVED> > immediately to make
appropriate arrangements. We need to know your local ITV connection's IP
number to facilitate your connection on March 5.

For more information about the conference, please go to
http://www.accessibility.eku.edu/conference.php.


Parker Owens
Web Accessibility Office
Eastern Kentucky University
254 Case Annex
Richmond, KY 40475

Phone: (859) 622-2743
http://www.accessibility.eku.edu