“Whats, Whys, and Hows of Accessibility” by Mark McCarthy
UIC Digital Accessibility Training
September 26, 2024
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM America/Chicago
Location
Online Session
Zoom Meeting Link
https://uic.zoom.us/j/82444251949?pwd=Hxr7LbhauJZnkFotobElq14EZw60fN.1
Cost
Free
Calendar
Download iCal FileThe Digital Accessibility team in Technology Solutions is pleased to invite you to attend Mark McCarthy presentation,"Whats, Whys, and Hows of Accessibility".
This event will help attendees gain a comprehensive understanding of the disability community, including important occupational statistics and common accessibility needs. It will cover the differences between the medical and social models of disability, highlighting how each perspective impacts approaches to accessibility and accommodations.
Attendees will also learn practical strategies for integrating accessibility into their work, particularly for those new to the field. Overall, the event aims to deepen understanding of the underlying reasons for accessibility efforts, emphasizing the importance of creating inclusive environments and the vital role IT accessibility professionals play in this work.
We have created a brief, 2-minute pre-meeting survey to ensure the meeting is as relevant and useful as possible. Please complete the Pre-Survey below with any specific topics or questions you'd like us to cover.
Date posted
Sep 6, 2024
Date updated
Sep 17, 2024
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