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Kristine Neuber
Assistive Technology/Web Accessibility Coordinator
Krug Hall Room 110A
kneuber@mail.gmu.edu
703-993-2143
Site updated: June 23, 2005


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Quick Web Accessibility Checklist

  • Standard html code used
  • Descriptive alt tags on all graphic images
  • Simple and consistent layout and navigation
  • Descriptive and meaningful links (avoid "click here")
  • Logical tab order
  • Sufficient color contrast, keep background patterns simple
  • Row and column headings identified for data tables
  • Frames titled with descriptive text
  • Alternatives provided for any multimedia components (i.e. captions for audio clips)
  • Provide downloadable files in alternative formats

For complete list and explanations go to
www.webaim.org/standards/508/checklist

For sample html markup go to
www.webaim.org/Resources/samplemarkup.htm.