Video can be a rich medium for delivering educational content,
but presents a daunting barrier for many students. Those who are
unable to hear cannot access the audio; those who are unable to
see cannot access content that is presented only visually; those
who are unable to use a mouse might be unable to operate the
media player controls; those with low bandwidth are unable to
access the video at all. This session will explore solutions to
these problems, including strategies and techniques for adding
captions and sign language for people who are unable to hear;
audio description and transcripts for people who are unable to
see the video; and media players that are accessible to keyboard
users and screen reader users. Terrill Thompson is technology
accessibility specialist with DO-IT (Disabilities,
Opportunities, Internetworking, & Technology) at the University
of Washington. Since 1993, DO-IT has worked to increase the
participation of individuals with disabilities in challenging
academic programs and career