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From: L Snider
Date: May 4, 2016 11:41AM

I really like the idea Pamela mentioned, as it helps everyone...I have
found that sometimes I can't read the map because the thing is too small
(even after zooming), so the text gives me some way to figure out how to
get places or know where they are-especially on mobile or tablet where the
screen is small.

I am sure others will add, but this text area is a welcome addition for all
viewers (like me!).

Cheers

Lisa

On Wed, May 4, 2016 at 12:36 PM, Pamela Riesmeyer < <EMAIL REMOVED> > wrote:

> I don't know if this is a good approach, but we decided to add text
> versions to our campus map PDF as supplemental pages.
>
> So, for the example you sent, we would identify where the stadium is, then
> where each section or area of interest is, relative to the others and to
> the boundary streets, etc.
>
> We approached this as if we were giving someone directions over the phone -
> again, not sure if it is the best approach, but...
> --
> Pamela Riesmeyer
> Web Accessibility Coordinator
> Purdue University Northwest
> Calumet Campus
>
>
> On Wed, May 4, 2016 at 12:26 PM, James Bailey < <EMAIL REMOVED> > wrote:
>
> > Hello All,
> >
> > I am encountering web pages or PDFs that include maps. And these are
> > detailed maps of several blocks of campus or sports events and I am at a
> > loss to as to how make them accessible. A few colleagues have offered
> > ideas, but I need to see some completed examples. I searched this list on
> > "map" and got no returns. An example map may be seen (this is not an
> > accessible version) at http://adaptive-tech.uoregon.edu/map_example.pdf
> >
> > Thank in advance.
> >
> > James
> > --
> > James Bailey M.S.
> > Associate Director
> > Accessible Education Center
> > University of Oregon
> >
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