Did you know that “a11y” stands for “accessibility”? The term is a numeronym with 11 representing the count of letters between the letter a and the letter y.
No matter how you spell it, accessibility has many different meanings depending on its context. When it comes to digital content on the internet, the term a11y is used to identify content that can be understood by assistive technology (screen readers, refreshable braille display, screen magnifiers, etc.) and accessed by people with varying types of abilities. Many people with disabilities rely on accessible content to do everyday things, like check their email, order food, talk with friends, and complete their online schoolwork!
When content is created with a11y in mind, not only does it remove barriers for people with disabilities, but it makes a better digital experience for everyone. Visit the CAAT webpage for Deque University and learn more about how you can create an accessible experience for all of our students.
If you have any questions about Deque University, or would like information about supporting students with disabilities, please reach out to us at (518) 629-7154 or send an email to caat@hvcc.edu.
Published: Mon, 21 Dec 2020 13:00:06 +0000 by a.petersen