Accessibility fundamentals

Overview

Module 1:

Explore definitions of accessibility and disability, an assistive technology overview, and why accessibility is important for people with disabilities.By the end of this module, you'll be able to:

Define accessibility. Define disability and the different types of disabilities - permanent, temporary, and situational.

Describe how assistive technology enhances accessibility and independence for people with disabilities. Module 2:

Explore the concept and importance of accessibility.

Learn how levels of conformance to standards and regulations impact accessible design and development.By the end of this module, you'll be able to:

Explain the concept and importance of accessibility. Identify the main accessibility principles and how they relate to different standards and regulations.

Apply the four principles used to evaluate and improve accessibility:

Perceivable, Operable, Understandable, and Robust. Distinguish between three levels of conformance:

A, AA, and AAA, and their implications for accessible design and development.

Module 3:

Learn the best practices, benefits, and principles of creating accessible content for diverse audiences and situations.By the end of this module, you'll be able to:

Identify best practices for creating accessible content in Microsoft 365. Identify best practices for creating accessible emails in Microsoft Outlook.

Recall how to check documents for accessibility with Accessibility Checker and Accessibility Assistant in Microsoft 365. Describe how multimedia can be made accessible for learners.

Module 4:

Learn the best practices, benefits, and principles of creating accessible content for those using your SharePoint sites.By the end of this module, you'll be able to:

Explain the importance and benefits of web accessibility. Identify the common barriers and challenges faced by people with disabilities when using SharePoint sites.

Use the built-in accessibility features and tools in SharePoint to create and test accessible sites. Implement best practices and recommendations for improving the accessibility and usability of SharePoint sites.

Module 5:

Explore types of accessibility testing, how to evaluate and test for accessibility, and how to identify and address accessibility issues.By the end of this module, you'll be able to:

Explain the different types of accessibility testing, including manual, automated, and user testing. Develop the skills to conduct accessibility evaluations and testing, using two popular tools:

Accessibility Insights and Accessibility Checker.

Recall how to interpret accessibility testing results and make recommendations for improvements. Collaborate with others to identify and address accessibility issues and promote a culture of inclusion and accessibility.

Module 6:

This module introduces common AI workloads and their corresponding Azure AI Services. It also introduces Microsoft's Responsible AI policies.In this module, you'll learn about the kinds of solutions AI can make possible and considerations for responsible AI practices.

Module 7:

This module provides guidance on how to collaborate effectively with customers, partners, and the disability community to create innovative solutions that are accessible and inclusive. After you complete this module, you'll have a better understanding of how AI can empower and enable everyone.By the end of this module, you'll be able to:

Define generative AI and explain how it can enhance accessibility for people with disabilities.

Identify and describe the examples and applications of AI for accessibility, such as speech recognition, natural language processing, computer vision, and machine learning. Analyze and evaluate the challenges and limitations of AI for accessibility, such as data quality and bias.

Apply and demonstrate the best practices for collaborating with customers, partners, and the disability community to create innovative solutions. Identify accessibility considerations for AI copilots.

Explain the benefits of user testing and evaluation of accessible and inclusive AI solutions.

Syllabus

• Module 1: Module 1: Introduction to accessibilityIntroductionWhat is disability?What is accessibility?Assistive technologyKnowledge checkSummary
• Module 2: Module 2: Web accessibility principles and guidelinesIntroductionWeb accessibility standards and principlesPrinciples of accessibility and levels of conformanceKnowledge checkSummary
• Module 3: Module 3: Create accessible contentIntroductionTitles for accessible contentCreate accessible imagesHow color contrast influences accessibilityAccessible multimediaMake more accessible content with less effortKnowledge checkSummary
• Module 4: Module 4: Build accessible SharePoint sitesIntroductionCommon barriers and accessibility needsUse built-in features to improve SharePoint site accessibilityBest practices to improve SharePoint site usabilityKnowledge checkSummary
• Module 5: Module 5: Accessibility evaluation and testingIntroductionTypes of accessibility testingAccessibility evaluation and testing toolsInterpreting accessibility testing resultsCollaborate to identify and address accessibility issuesKnowledge checkSummary
• Module 6: Module 6: Fundamental AI ConceptsIntroduction to AIUnderstand machine learningUnderstand computer visionUnderstand natural language processingUnderstand document intelligence and knowledge miningUnderstand generative AIChallenges and risks with AIUnderstand Responsible AIKnowledge checkSummary
• Module 7: Module 7: Create accessible AI experiencesIntroductionExamples of AI in accessibility innovationAccessibility considerations for AI copilotsDesign and evaluate accessible AI solutionsKnowledge checkSummary

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Subjects

Social Sciences