Contributed by Joel Zimba, Special Projects Coordinator, MDTAP On June first and second, MDTAP staff will be attending the M-Enabling Summit – Conference and Showcase 2015. This two day gathering presents the state of the art in mobile technology, wearables and accessibility. I’m looking forward to learning about how the Internet of Things will change […]
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Global Accessibility Awareness Day is May 21st!!! The purpose of the day is to get people talking, thinking and learning about digital (web, software, mobile, etc.) accessibility and users with different disabilities. Virtual and in-person events are being planned across the world. Check out a growing compilation of events online.
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Great bits of advancement can add up to big change – Braille soda cans, disability-friendly kids clothes, apps to find accessible restaurants, oh my! It all sounds so simple, and perhaps even obvious, but everyday little changes are making big impacts. AT in the news for the week of 5/11 thru 5/15 Brain imaging produces […]
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The internet is full of information and websites that are aimed at informing, sharing, and disseminating. But we recently came across one that we thought was worth sharing – Cerebral Palsy Kinetic Connections. CP effects roughly 1 in every 1000 births, with symptoms ranging from relatively mild to severe, often depending on the areas of […]
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ARIA Attributes and Element Styles ARIA attributes are often necessary for optimal accessibility of web applications. They can be used to present information and meaning that otherwise would only be presented visually. For example, a red border or red text might be used to identify errant form fields (such as a form field that was […]
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MAY IS NATIONAL MOBILITY AWARENESS MONTH: The National Mobility Equipment Dealers Association (NMEDA) is celebrating National Mobility Awareness Month. NMEDA is accepting entries from wheelchair users and caregivers in the form of a story explaining your life and perseverance. 4 of the people who enter will receive a FREE wheelchair van!!! Here are the four […]
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