ERIC Number: EJ751696
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2006
Pages: 19
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An Assessment of Web Accessibility Knowledge and Needs at Oregon Community Colleges
Wisdom, Jenifer R.; White, Nathan A.; Goldsmith, Kimberley A.; Bielavitz, Sarann; Davis, Charles E.; Drum, Charles
Community College Review, v33 n3-4 p19-37 2006
A needs assessment determined Oregon community college staff knowledge of (a) accessible information technology (IT) guidelines, (b) IT-related disability laws, (c) legal obligations regarding Web accessibility, and (d) perceived level of current Web accessibility. Training needs were assessed and training suggestions were solicited. IT staff demonstrated higher levels of Web accessibility guidelines knowledge, and disability/student services staff best understood disability laws. At most schools, knowledge of disability issues and IT were not integrated. Needs identified included provision of: comprehensive resources about accessible Web design, hands-on trainings in accessible technology topics, strategies for fulfilling legal accessibility obligations, training for students and staff regarding their responsibilities in the area of accessible IT, and a Web site accessibility testing service.
Descriptors: Educational Needs, Guidelines, Needs Assessment, Information Technology, Community Colleges, Accessibility (for Disabled), College Students, School Personnel, Training, Access to Computers, Access to Information, Internet, Web Sites, Design, Compliance (Legal), Testing Programs
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Evaluative
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education; Two Year Colleges
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Oregon
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