Accessibility in the User-Centered Design Process
Price: Free.
Format: Web-based.
From: ITTATC Project, 2004.
This online publication is designed to help usability professionals, who know User-Centered Design (UCD) processes and techniques, determine how to incorporate accessibility considerations into the product development process, from analyzing and defining user tasks to evaluating products for accessibility and usability. For those not familiar with UCD or accessibility, the first chapter, Background: Accessibility and UCD, provides an introduction and links to resources for more information.
ADA Headliner Newsletter
Price: Free.
Format: Email with alternate formats upon request; past issues are web-based.
From: Southeast DBTAC Project, 2004-2005
This electronic newsletter is published monthly and distributed automatically to its subscribers to communicate current issues about the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) affecting the Southeast Region and the nations. To subscribe, send a message to sedbtac-ada-network@coa.gatech.edu with 'subscribe'<your email address> as the subject of the email.
ADA Pipeline Newsletter
Price: Free to residents of eight southeastern U.S. states served by this project (AL,FL,GA,KY,MS,NC,SC,TN) and $10.00 per year for all other subscribers.
Format: Print with alternate formats upon request; past issues are web-based.
From: Southeast DBTAC Project, 2004-2005
This informative newsletter is published three times per year to its subscribers to provide current information about the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), accessible information technology in education, and other disability-related activities.
ADA Annotated Publications List
Price: Free for the list and most publications but some have nominal cost to help defray shipping and handling.
Format: Web-based and print with alternate formats upon request.
From: Southeast DBTAC Project, 2005
This list offers a comprehensive clearinghouse of publications about the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) that are produced by the federal agencies with technical responsibilities under the ADA to provide accurate information and guidance in understanding responsibilities and rights under the ADA. Short descriptions of each publication are provided. For more information, contact the Southeast DBTAC Project at 800-949-4232 (voice/tty) or email sedbtacproject@coa.gatech.edu.
Assistive Technology Quick Reference Series
Price: Free.
Format: Web-based, large-print, and PDF files.
From: Tech Connections, 2001.
These quick reference guides, which highlight and list resources for various types of assistive technology, are arranged by topic and available online as web pages, large-print versions, and ready-to-print PDF files (requires Adobe Acrobat). Topics include:
- Computer Workstations
- One-Handed Keyboards
- Mouse Alternatives
- Voice Input Systems
- Computer Magnification
- Accessible Calculators
- E-Mail Discussion Groups
- AT Catalog Lists for: Communication Aids, Hearing Impairments, and Visual Impairments/Blindness
Speak Out! About Inaccessible Information and Telecommunication Technology
Price: Free to consumers; nominal cost for businesses.
Format: Web-based and print with alternate format upon request.
From: ITTATC Project, 2004
This publication brings together information about 13 Federal laws that support accessible information and telecommunication technology. It provides an overview of consumers' rights, and presents step-by-step instructions on how to complain when you encounter inaccessible technology. Fictional scenarios, sample letters, and letter templates also are included to help consumers voice their opinions about inaccessible technology encountered in the workplace and the marketplace. Available as a stand-alone publication or included in the Consumer Training Kit; print and CD versions are available from the ITTATC website. To order, contact the ITTATC Project at 866-948-8282 (voice/tty) or email ittatc@ittatc.org.
State Accessibility Laws, Policies, Standards, and Other Available Online Resources
Price: Free.
Format: Web-based.
From: ITTATC Project, 2004
This online database provides information on the U.S. states that have published online their laws, policies, standards, guidelines, and other resources related to the accessibility of websites, application development, and information technology procurement. Excerpts and/or summaries as well as links to resources are provided for each state-based source. For more information, contact the ITTATC Project at 866-948-8282 (voice/tty) or email ittatc@ittatc.org.
Web Access Policy and Standards Construction Tool
Price: Free.
Format: Web-based.
From: ITTATC Project, 2004
This online tool helps organizations and state and local governments develop policies and standards that support the development, procurement, and maintenance of accessible websites. The user is guided through the process of creating a policy or standards document by posing questions and issues that should be considered along the way. Excerpts and sample language with links to the source documents from existing state government policies and standards documents can also be reviewed and saved to the user's working document. The resulting resource provides a strong foundation upon which the user can create a custom policy and/or standards document that supports their particular situation. The tool can be explored in "demo mode" but an account must be set-up to save selections and edits when creating a web access policy and/or standards. For more information, contact the ITTATC Project at 866-948-8282 (voice/tty) or email ittatc@ittatc.org.