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From: Carolyn Dorr
Date: Tue, Jun 14 2016 1:49PM
Subject: New Position and SANPRM
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Tim and Lori,
I too am in a new position and very frustrated with trying to figure out what I should learn, and what I should learn first. In fact, I have been a lurker on this list for several months because I feel like I don't even know enough to ask an intelligent question. For instance, I have just been tasked with deciphering DOJ's SANPRM. There are 123 questions to consider for public comments! I'm feeling overwhelmed.

Thanks for your helpful posts, Tim.

Carolyn Dorr
University of Northern Iowa

From: Tim Harshbarger < = EMAIL ADDRESS REMOVED = <mailto: = EMAIL ADDRESS REMOVED = >>
Subject: Re: [WebAIM] Deadline Tomorrow – Join Our New CPACC Certificates
Date: June 14, 2016 at 12:51:53 PM CDT
To: WebAIM Discussion List < = EMAIL ADDRESS REMOVED = <mailto: = EMAIL ADDRESS REMOVED = >>, "Access Technology Higher Education Network ( = EMAIL ADDRESS REMOVED = <mailto: = EMAIL ADDRESS REMOVED = >)" < = EMAIL ADDRESS REMOVED = <mailto: = EMAIL ADDRESS REMOVED = >>, Alternate Media < = EMAIL ADDRESS REMOVED = <mailto: = EMAIL ADDRESS REMOVED = >>


The IAAP certification is actually separate from the Deque courses.

If you want to learn about the IAAP certification, you will want to look at:
http://www.accessibilityassociation.org/ <http://www.accessibilityassociation.org/>;

The Deque courses are one way you might prepare for the certification. However, you can also just choose to sign-up for the Deque courses you find useful.

Actually, if you or others who are new to accessibility are interested, I would be willing to mentor a few people. I know this field is quite rewarding, but it can also seem overwhelming to people new to accessibility. However, our field is in desperate need of more experts and I definitely wish to do my part in helping new people develop their skills and knowledge.

Thanks,
Tim

From: Marc Solomon
Date: Tue, Jun 14 2016 4:53PM
Subject: Re: New Position and SANPRM
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Hi Carolyn,
I came across this article which does a great job of highlighting the key issues in the DOJ's recent supplemental request for public comment. Instead of trying to stay awake while reviewing all 123 questions in the formal document <grin>, you can get right to the good stuff with this 5-10 minute read: http://www.adatitleiii.com/2016/05/attention-public-accommodations-dojs-recent-rulemaking-action-for-state-and-local-government-websites-reveals-its-current-thinking-on-web-accessibility/.
HTH,
Marc

From: Carolyn Dorr
Date: Wed, Jun 15 2016 2:17PM
Subject: Re: New Position and SANPRM
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Thanks Marc! I stayed awake to read the whole article!
Carolyn

=============================Carolyn Dorr
University of Northern Iowa

From: Marc Solomon < = EMAIL ADDRESS REMOVED = <mailto: = EMAIL ADDRESS REMOVED = >>
Subject: Re: [WebAIM] New Position and SANPRM
Date: June 14, 2016 at 5:53:53 PM CDT
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Hi Carolyn,
I came across this article which does a great job of highlighting the key issues in the DOJ's recent supplemental request for public comment. Instead of trying to stay awake while reviewing all 123 questions in the formal document <grin>, you can get right to the good stuff with this 5-10 minute read: http://www.adatitleiii.com/2016/05/attention-public-accommodations-dojs-recent-rulemaking-action-for-state-and-local-government-websites-reveals-its-current-thinking-on-web-accessibility/ <http://www.adatitleiii.com/2016/05/attention-public-accommodations-dojs-recent-rulemaking-action-for-state-and-local-government-websites-reveals-its-current-thinking-on-web-accessibility/>;.
HTH,
Marc

From: John Foliot
Date: Wed, Jun 15 2016 2:45PM
Subject: Re: New Position and SANPRM
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Hi Carolyn,

As a Senior SME at Deque, I will of course echo the suggestion to
investigate our DequeU content as a great starting point, especially if you
are preparing for the IAAP exam.

As an active participant at the W3C, I'll also point out that the W3C WCAG
requirements, and understanding those requirements will be hugely
beneficial, as the WCAG standard is either the actual mandated requirement
within commercial and/or non-US-based organizations (i.e. Canada, the UK,
the EU, etc.), or will be heavily if not directly referenced in the Section
508 refresh activity underway. A great starting point at the W3C is here:
https://www.w3.org/WAI/gettingstarted/tips/. A deeper dive can also be
started here: https://www.w3.org/WAI/gettingstarted/Overview.html

Finally, given that you are working in higher-ed, you may also want to
investigate the Educause IT Accessibility Constituent Group at:
http://www.educause.edu/discuss/constituent-groups-about-information-systems-and-services/it-accessibility-constituent-group
for peer support and collaboration.

HTH

JF
--
John Foliot
Principal Accessibility
​Strategist

Deque Systems Inc.
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Advancing the mission of digital accessibility and inclusion

From: Carolyn Dorr
Date: Thu, Jun 23 2016 12:52PM
Subject: Re: New Position and SANPRM
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Thanks for all your tips, John. I really appreciate it. I am starting to have more intelligent questions recently because of this list, and also have seen some answers that are most helpful!
Carolyn

Carolyn Dorr
Assistive Technology Support Specialist
University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls, IA 50614-0301

> Hi Carolyn,
>
> As a Senior SME at Deque, I will of course echo the suggestion to
> investigate our DequeU content as a great starting point, especially if you
> are preparing for the IAAP exam.
>
> As an active participant at the W3C, I'll also point out that the W3C WCAG
> requirements, and understanding those requirements will be hugely
> beneficial, as the WCAG standard is either the actual mandated requirement
> within commercial and/or non-US-based organizations (i.e. Canada, the UK,
> the EU, etc.), or will be heavily if not directly referenced in the Section
> 508 refresh activity underway. A great starting point at the W3C is here:
> https://www.w3.org/WAI/gettingstarted/tips/ <https://www.w3.org/WAI/gettingstarted/tips/>. A deeper dive can also be
> started here: https://www.w3.org/WAI/gettingstarted/Overview.html <https://www.w3.org/WAI/gettingstarted/Overview.html>
>
> Finally, given that you are working in higher-ed, you may also want to
> investigate the Educause IT Accessibility Constituent Group at:
> http://www.educause.edu/discuss/constituent-groups-about-information-systems-and-services/it-accessibility-constituent-group <http://www.educause.edu/discuss/constituent-groups-about-information-systems-and-services/it-accessibility-constituent-group>;
> for peer support and collaboration.
>
> HTH
>
> JF
> --
> John Foliot
> Principal Accessibility
> ​Strategist
>
> Deque Systems Inc.
> = EMAIL ADDRESS REMOVED = <mailto: = EMAIL ADDRESS REMOVED = >
>
> Advancing the mission of digital accessibility and inclusion


=============================Carolyn Dorr
Assistive Technology Support Specialist
IT-Client Services
ITTC 117F
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University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls, IA 50614-0301
(319) 273-6055