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The Web Accessibility Group (WAG) began at [http://www.uga.edu UGA] in 2011 and transitioned to Georgia Tech's [http://www.amacusg.org AMAC Accessibility Solutions and Research Center] in 2015.  Its purpose is to bring together individuals in higher education attempting to navigate the complex [http://www.access-board.gov/guidelines-and-standards/communications-and-it/about-the-section-508-standards Section 508] standards and [http://www.w3.org/TR/WCAG20/ Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.0].  WAG currently offers web accessibility information and assistance through a wiki, listserv, and monthly online meetings where expert presenters are invited to share best practices and solutions.
The Web Accessibility Group (WAG) began at [http://www.uga.edu UGA] in 2011 and transitioned to Georgia Tech's [http://www.amacusg.org AMAC Accessibility] in 2015.  Its purpose is to bring together individuals in higher education attempting to navigate the complex requirements of [http://www.access-board.gov/guidelines-and-standards/communications-and-it/about-the-section-508-standards Section 508] and the [http://www.w3.org/TR/WCAG20/ Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.0].  WAG currently offers web accessibility information and assistance through a wiki, listserv, and monthly online meetings where expert presenters are invited to share best practices and solutions.
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[[File:AdelleFrank15x15Web.jpg|frameless|left|class=pr10|alt=Adele Frank]]
[[File:BPotterWAGsm.jpg|frameless|left|class=pr10|alt=Dr. Beatriz Potter]]


Adelle Frank, Web Developer Manager Senior at the Georgia Institute of Technology Institute Communications, is committed to web accessibility.
Dr. Beatriz Potter, a faculty member in the Modern and Classical (MCL) Languages Department at [https://www.valdosta.edu/ Valdosta State University (VSU)] has been a leader in addressing accessibility issues in online courses and instructional materials.


[[Spotlight#Adelle_Frank.2C_Georgia_Institute_of_Technology|Read the Spotlight Full Story]]
[http://www.amacusg.gatech.edu/wagback/Spotlight Read the Spotlight Full Story]


[[Spotlight#Nominate_a_Spotlight|Nominate a Spotlight]]
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The Web Accessibility Group (WAG) meets online via Collaborate web conferencing system on the first Wednesday of every month.
The Web Accessibility Group (WAG) meets online via Collaborate web conferencing system on the first Wednesday of the month.
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'''Reminder: WAG will not meet in April.''' <br><br>
 
'''Next Meeting:''' '''Wednesday May 2, 2018''' from '''11:00am-12:00pm (EDT)'''<br>
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'''Topic:''' ''Basics of Accessible MS Office Documents (Word, PowerPoint and Excel)'' <br>


'''Next Meeting:''' '''Wednesday July 6, 2016 from 11:00am-12:00pm''' (EDT)<br>
'''Description''': This webinar will cover beginning steps for creating accessible MS Office documents. <br>
'''Topic''': '''''Web Accessibility: The Benefits and Challenges of Automated and Manual Testing'''''<br><br>
'''Session Description:'''<br>
'''Presenter''': Janet Sylvia, Coordinator Web Accessibility Group (WAG) and Accessibility Specialist with AMAC
Many Higher Ed institutions are seeking an effective and efficient methodology in the arena of automated and user accessibility testing. The ongoing challenge throughout colleges and universities is a lack of experience and resources related to how individuals with disabilities access electronic and web-based information using assistive technology. Kare Romanski and John Rempel from [http://www.amacusg.org AMAC] at Georgia Tech will be addressing specific methodologies, tools and resources related to web accessibility compliance and testing. These include free and licensed alternatives.
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'''Presenters:'''
[[File:KareSm.jpg|frameless|left|class=pr10|alt=Kare Romanski]]
'''Kare Romanski''' is a nationally recognized expert in the field of accessibility, and leads AMAC’s compliance and training initiatives. She has dedicated her career to overcoming obstacles and breaking down barriers by expanding the breadth of accessibility for all users and devices. [http://www.amacusg.org/bio.php?id=247 Read more about Kare Romanski]
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[[File:RempelSm.jpg|frameless|left|class=pr10|alt=John Rempel]]
'''John Rempel''' is a certified AT Specialist, Vision Rehabilitation Therapist, and Orientation & Mobility Specialist for individuals with vision loss. He manages the [http://accessga.org/ AccessGA] initiative and provides quality control for AMAC’s training materials and online assistive technology offerings. [http://www.amacusg.org/bio.php?id=177 Read more about John Rempel]


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*'''To receive the login link for future WAG meetings, please join the WAG listserv by emailing''' [mailto:wag@amac.gatech.edu wag@amac.gatech.edu]
*To receive the login link for this and future WAG meetings, please join the WAG listserv by emailing [mailto:wag@amac.gatech.edu wag@amac.gatech.edu]
 
**Closed captioning provided for both live and recorded sessions
*Recordings from previous WAG Meetings are available on the [[Monthly_Meetings|Monthly Meetings]] page.
**[http://www.adaconferences.org/Accessibility/ Collaborate Accessibility Guide]<br>
**Resource Links for this session will be available on our [http://www.amacusg.gatech.edu/wagback/Monthly_Meetings#Social_Media.2C_Accessibility_and_Disability_Inclusion  Monthly Meetings] page
*Recordings from previous meetings are available on the [[Monthly_Meetings|Monthly Meetings]] page.
*[[Monthly_Meetings#Request_a_Meeting_Topic|Request a Meeting Topic]]
*[[Monthly_Meetings#Request_a_Meeting_Topic|Request a Meeting Topic]]


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[http://www.globalaccessibilityawarenessday.org/ GAAD]
[http://www.globalaccessibilityawarenessday.org/ GAAD]
[https://www.edx.org/course/information-communication-technology-ict-gtx-ict100x ICT Accessibility MOOC]


[[Listserv|Join the WAG listserv]]
[[Listserv|Join the WAG listserv]]
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[http://www.access-board.gov/guidelines-and-standards/communications-and-it/about-the-section-508-standards Section 508]
[http://www.access-board.gov/guidelines-and-standards/communications-and-it/about-the-section-508-standards Section 508]
[http://www.usg.edu/siteinfo/accessibility USG Accessibility Tutorial]


[http://www.w3.org/TR/WCAG20/ WCAG 2.0]
[http://www.w3.org/TR/WCAG20/ WCAG 2.0]

Revision as of 10:11, 2 April 2018

About Web Accessibility Group (WAG) Spotlight

The Web Accessibility Group (WAG) began at UGA in 2011 and transitioned to Georgia Tech's AMAC Accessibility in 2015. Its purpose is to bring together individuals in higher education attempting to navigate the complex requirements of Section 508 and the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.0. WAG currently offers web accessibility information and assistance through a wiki, listserv, and monthly online meetings where expert presenters are invited to share best practices and solutions.

 
Dr. Beatriz Potter

Dr. Beatriz Potter, a faculty member in the Modern and Classical (MCL) Languages Department at Valdosta State University (VSU) has been a leader in addressing accessibility issues in online courses and instructional materials.

Read the Spotlight Full Story

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WAG Monthly Meetings

{{#ev:youtube|nwV3Uizl1Nk|320|right|Featured Training: 10 Tips for Creating Accessible Web Content with WCAG 2.0}}

The Web Accessibility Group (WAG) meets online via Collaborate web conferencing system on the first Wednesday of the month.

Reminder: WAG will not meet in April.

Next Meeting: Wednesday May 2, 2018 from 11:00am-12:00pm (EDT)

Topic: Basics of Accessible MS Office Documents (Word, PowerPoint and Excel)

Description: This webinar will cover beginning steps for creating accessible MS Office documents.

Presenter: Janet Sylvia, Coordinator Web Accessibility Group (WAG) and Accessibility Specialist with AMAC


  • To receive the login link for future WAG meetings, please join the WAG listserv by emailing wag@amac.gatech.edu
 
Past Meetings & Resources Quick Links Contact

10 Tips for Applying WCAG 2.0 to Mobile Sites

Accessibility Considerations for D2L Courses

Accessible Knowledge: the Opportunities and Challenges of MOOCS

Captioning Services and Interactive Transcripts

Technology Opening the Doors to Education for First Nations Peoples in Australia

The Changing Legal Landscape of Video in Higher Education

GAAD

ICT Accessibility MOOC

Join the WAG listserv

NCDAE

Section 508

USG Accessibility Tutorial

WCAG 2.0

WebAIM

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