Accessibility in UX: A panel discussion
summary
Panelists show that meeting WCAG with automated tools is only the start: automated checkers pass ≠ usable. Real problems include modals that trap focus or are not announced, images missing meaningful alt text, mobile apps that force web‑browser workarounds, and AR museum controls that require sight. Practical fixes demonstrated: trap focus in popups and send keyboard focus to them, add clear alt text, test with JAWS/NVDA/ZoomText/VoiceOver/TalkBack and Windows Magnifier (3x–5x creates 9–25 view tiles), and explore sonification for charts. They recommend include assistive-tech native users in UX testing.
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chapters (11)
- 0:00Introduction to accessibility
- 1:08Why accessibility matters
- 8:47David’s accessibility journey
- 14:56Panelist introductions
- 23:10Pop-ups and usability challenges
- 29:13Screen readers vs magnification
- 36:04Mobile app accessibility
- 41:26Data visualizations and accessibility
- 48:13Cookie consent and frustration
- 54:16Temporary disabilities and empathy
- 57:07Closing thoughts and Q&A
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