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Princeton University is using WayFinding technology to create accessible maps that highlight accessibility features for each building on campus. This makes it easy to create an accessible route to buildings on campus. Check out the full article for more details. #accessibility

This dissertation explores Generative AI for Web Accessibility. It found that software developers who view AI as an ethical responsibility rather than a technical requirement are more likely to be skeptical of AI. Developers surveyed with more experience appeared more likely to have a negative view of AI than developers with less experience. Gen AI presents risks related to accuracy, overreliance, and biases, which can cause skewed outputs. #accessibility

I appreciate the different accessibility tools this article highlights. I also like Sean Dougherty's suggestion that AI can be helpful for people who use screen reading software by providing quick summaries of web pages. This can help someone find information faster and determine if it is worth reading the article. One aspect that I think the article misses is that accurate alternative text is still going to be very important. AI has a hard time determining the author's intention. AI tools can help to find more information about a picture when there is no alternative text but authors should add alt text to their images. Authors can also use alt text as a base that they can edit from similar to how auto-generated captions are edited today. #accessibility

This article highlights using attributes like the legend and fieldset attributes to create an accessible form. It also provides examples that show how these attributes can be implemented. #accessibility

This article highlights how curb cuts were originally implemented to benefit people who use wheelchairs. However, curb cuts also benefit skateboarders, parents pushing strollers, and older adults. Implementing digital accessibility strategies can benefit a wide range of people too. The article highlights how captions, text-based content, optimized code, clear language, accessible color, and high contrast can have these wide-ranging benefits.

I believe this resource is from the Washington State Board for Community and Technical Colleges. This is a free Canvas course with a bunch of resources on digital accessibility. They have modules on Canvas, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Universal Design, and Email. #accessibility

I appreciate Xbox creating the adaptive controller and now their adaptive joystick to make video games more inclusive. I think these developments are pushing the industry to prioritize accessibility and include people with disabilities. I also want to shout out the organization AbleGamers. #accessibility

I enjoyed Matthew Deeprose's article on how gen-AI tools can be incorporated into accessibility workflows. AI has the potential to speed up the time it takes to complete these processes. For example, auto-generated captions still need to be edited but now you can start with a base file that is already over 80% accurate. This revolution is now coming to transcripts and alternative text. Matthew provides helpful prompts that you can adapt to your workflow. #accessiblity

This study uses participants with motor disabilities in Saudi Arabia to evaluate social media platforms. The study examined each platform with characteristics like keyboard accessibility, captioning, alt text, and screen reader compatibility. It found Facebook to be the most accessible and Snapchat to be the least. I wish this study included a qualitative component to capture the participants' observations about the platforms. #accessibility

The ArXiv Forum is occurring this month. All their sessions are posted to YouTube. I recommend checking out their channel if you are interested in the latest digital accessibility trends. They also provide a platform for a wide variety of researchers with disabilities to share their perspectives, experiences, and accessibility tips. #accessibility

This article highlights the importance of effective communication when sharing accessibility testing feedback. I have documented many accessibility bugs and capturing screenshots of the error can be very helpful. Also, describing the steps needed to recreate the bug is important. Effective communication can reduce retests and make the content accessible faster. #accessibility

This article explores the structural elements of a paragraph and how it relates to screen reader accessibility. #accessibility