CSUN 2022 - Preconference Sessions

General Information

Monday, March 14th, 2022

In-depth trainings on specific topics are offered on Monday as Full-Day and Half-Day sessions.

Monday

Full-Day

Evaluating Accessibility with Browser Developer Tools and Screen Readers

Evaluating Accessibility with Browser Developer Tools and Screen Readers

Browser developer tools and screen readers are two essential tools for any web accessibility tester, but both tools can be intimidating. During this workshop, we will practice using both of these tools effectively. We will use Chrome Developer Tools (DevTools) to test contrast, see what information is being passed on to a screen reader, ARIA pitfalls, and practice making basic changes to a web page (don't worry, you do not need to be a developer). Screen reader activities will be conducted on VoiceOver for Mac and NVDA for Windows, but we will also discuss testing with JAWS.

While you do not need to be familiar with DevTools or screen readers, basic familiarity with HTML and web accessibility principles is recommended. Bring your Windows or Mac laptop to take full advantage of the workshop.

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Introduction to Assistive Technology

Introduction to Assistive Technology

Welcome to an introduction to the many types of assistive technology available today. This workshop is especially useful for newcomers to the fields of AT and disabilities and those who are first-timers at the CSUN Conference. Participants will gain a general understanding of assistive technology and be able to describe technologies that support participation, communication and learning.

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Half-Day

Accessibility for Some & UDL for All

Accessibility for Some & UDL for All

Participants will engage in learning about assistive technology tools and system. Presenters will discuss and connect using virtual demonstrations of assistive technologies in the areas to support literacy and accessible educational materials. The presenters will provide an overview of AT devices in the context of real-world examples that will build your knowledge of the features of a wide variety of AT. The presentation will concentrate on an overview of these tools to prepare participants to compare and contrast tools in the included areas.

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Ideas to Design Tactile iPad Overlays for Literacy and Communication

Ideas to Design Tactile iPad Overlays for Literacy and Communication

The iPad has become a game changer in the field of disabilities. With the use of tactile overlays, students with visual disabilities including those with complex communication and other needs can with adaptations, utilize the same device and applications as students with normal sight, and turns the iPad into a multi-device. This workshop will first provide information on how to make low-cost tactile overlays for the iPad to meet the various needs of students. Various examples of tactile overlays for areas such as pre-braille activities, braille literacy, matching activities, making interactive books, communication, maps, spelling, science, and other areas will be provided.

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The What, How, & Why of Creating Accessible Content

The What, How, & Why of Creating Accessible Content

Assistive technology devices, software, apps, etc., help mitigate barriers of a person's disability - blindness, low vision, mobility limitations, etc. - and can provide greater access and independence for the end user. Where most people with disabilities encounter issues is with the content they are accessing. The content is the real barrier and not the disability. How can content creators ensure content is usable to all users, including users of assistive technology? This workshop will explore the functionality of assistive technology and the relationship between the content and the end user. We will explore different file formats (PDF, Word, PowerPoint, etc.) and the standards to ensure accessibility.

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