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Screen reader survey seeks participants

September 29, 2009 by JoLynne Lyon

Screen readers make internet use possible for people who are unable to read a monitor.

Screen readers make internet use possible for people who are unable to read a monitor.

WebAIM  is conducting its second screen reader user survey.  WebAIM is an initiative of the CPD that  focuses on web accessibility, and its researchers are looking for participants who could help inform development choices for those creating accessible web content.

All screen reader users, even those that use screen readers only for evaluation and testing, are invited to participate.

Screen readers make internet use possible for people who cannot read a computer monitor. The technology’s effectiveness can be hampered, though, if the web design is inaccessible. In addition, screen reader users have their own preferences on how accessible content is presented. The WebAIM team conducted its  first screen reader survey last year. It brought in more than 1100 responses and helped team members to fine-tune the accessibility training they offer to website devleopers.

They hope for an even bigger response this year.

Please share this information with screen reader users and disability groups.

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