From athen-list at u.washington.edu Tue Oct 1 10:11:29 2024 From: athen-list at u.washington.edu (Raiken, Dustin via athen-list) Date: Mon Jan 13 11:31:45 2025 Subject: [Athen] Made in Hungary Message-ID: Good morning, Does anyone have an accessible digital copy of the following textbook? It's by a very small publisher and it's tricky to get in contact with them. Made in Hungary Maria Krenz First Edition, 2009 978-0-9825393-0-9 Thanks! ________________________________ DUSTIN RAIKEN Alternate Media Specialist Disability Support Services Front Range Community College dustin.raiken@frontrange.edu | 303.404.5533 Any pronouns frontrange.edu [Front Range Community College Logo, Apollo the Wolf Logo on top of pride colors. You Belong Here.] Getting Started Resources for AT Home Support Microsoft Word - I Didn't Know Word Could Do That! Inclusive design helps all users and it's the right thing to do. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Thanks so much in advance! Warmly, Ali Steenis Pronouns: she/hers Alternative Formats Access Specialist, Disability Resource Center (DRC) 3000 Landerholm Circle SE, Room U001 Bellevue, WA 98007 Phone: (425)-564-2605 TTY: (425)-564-6189 FAX: (425)-564-5110 drc@bellevuecollege.edu www.bellevuecollege.edu/drc This email and any files transmitted may contain confidential information as protected by the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), 20 USC ? 1232g and/or Electronic Communications Privacy Act, 18 U.S.C. ? 2510-2521. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, or distribution is prohibited. Furthermore, if you are not the intended recipient, please notify me immediately by telephone or return e-mail and completely delete this message from your system. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From athen-list at u.washington.edu Tue Oct 1 12:45:47 2024 From: athen-list at u.washington.edu (Stager, Catherine via athen-list) Date: Mon Jan 13 11:31:45 2025 Subject: [Athen] Made in Hungary In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: It actually looks like she may be the actual person behind the "company." She may not even be around anymore since most WWII survivors have died or are quite old. From: Raiken, Dustin Sent: Tuesday, October 1, 2024 11:11 AM To: athen-list@u.washington.edu Cc: Stager, Catherine ; McCowen, Shea Subject: Made in Hungary Good morning, Does anyone have an accessible digital copy of the following textbook? It's by a very small publisher and it's tricky to get in contact with them. Made in Hungary Maria Krenz First Edition, 2009 978-0-9825393-0-9 Thanks! ________________________________ DUSTIN RAIKEN Alternate Media Specialist Disability Support Services Front Range Community College dustin.raiken@frontrange.edu | 303.404.5533 Any pronouns frontrange.edu [Front Range Community College Logo, Apollo the Wolf Logo on top of pride colors. You Belong Here.] Getting Started Resources for AT Home Support Microsoft Word - I Didn't Know Word Could Do That! Inclusive design helps all users and it's the right thing to do. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... 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Perhaps someone else on the list is aware of some up-and-coming technology that will work for math dictation. Otherwise, I would highly recommend your student invests the time and training needed with Dragon NaturallySpeaking. There are training workbooks available. 2 major advantages over any of the other dictation applications that are available is that Dragon NaturallySpeaking allows for voice navigation as well as offers a MouseGrid on the screen which allows the voice to move the mouse. Feel free to contact me off list if you need more information about Dragon NaturallySpeaking. With some dedicated practice ? 20 minutes a day for 2 weeks or so ? the student can become relatively adept at the program, will be able to create a voice profile, will be able to complete training in simple to moderately complex dictation, learn how to edit & correct misrecognitions, how to train new vocabulary words, and how to use the MouseGrid. Hope this information is helpful, although the news about Metroplex Voice Computing going out of business is not good news. Wink Harner Accessibility Consultant/Alternative Text Production The Foreign Type Portland OR foreigntype@gmail.com This email was dictated using Dragon NaturallySpeaking. Please forgive quirks, misrecognitions, or errata . On Tue, Oct 1, 2024 at 12:06?PM Ali Steenis via athen-list < athen-list@u.washington.edu> wrote: > Hi all, > > > > I am working with a quadriplegic student who needs to take a math course > next quarter. The student typically uses a stylus held in their mouth on a > tablet to type and do some homework. > > > > We are looking into getting the student set up with Dragon and Math Talk > to be able to do math verbally but this will take some time as the student > does not yet have a computer equipped with this tech. > > > > What other solutions have you used for students with similar barriers? Are > there other tech options out there that we aren?t thinking of? Do you > provide a scribe for homework for this kind of situation? > > > > Thanks so much in advance! > > > > Warmly, > > > > Ali Steenis > > Pronouns: she/hers > > Alternative Formats Access Specialist, Disability Resource Center (DRC) > > 3000 Landerholm Circle SE, Room U001 > > Bellevue, WA 98007 > > > > Phone: (425)-564-2605 > > TTY: (425)-564-6189 > > FAX: (425)-564-5110 > > drc@bellevuecollege.edu > > www.bellevuecollege.edu/drc > > > > This email and any files transmitted may contain confidential information > as protected by the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), 20 > USC ? 1232g and/or Electronic Communications Privacy Act, 18 U.S.C. ? > 2510-2521. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified > that any disclosure, copying, or distribution is prohibited. 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If I'm remembering correctly, it does not automatically open on start up until after you enable that setting. Even now that I have that setting enabled, I cannot use Dragon until I have logged into my profile. Although if I'm wrong, I would love to know... -Laura From: athen-list On Behalf Of Ali Steenis via athen-list Sent: Tuesday, October 1, 2024 2:24 PM To: Access Technology Higher Education Network Subject: [Athen] Options Other Than Dragon with Math Talk? [External Email] Hi all, I am working with a quadriplegic student who needs to take a math course next quarter. The student typically uses a stylus held in their mouth on a tablet to type and do some homework. We are looking into getting the student set up with Dragon and Math Talk to be able to do math verbally but this will take some time as the student does not yet have a computer equipped with this tech. What other solutions have you used for students with similar barriers? Are there other tech options out there that we aren't thinking of? Do you provide a scribe for homework for this kind of situation? Thanks so much in advance! Warmly, Ali Steenis Pronouns: she/hers Alternative Formats Access Specialist, Disability Resource Center (DRC) 3000 Landerholm Circle SE, Room U001 Bellevue, WA 98007 Phone: (425)-564-2605 TTY: (425)-564-6189 FAX: (425)-564-5110 drc@bellevuecollege.edu www.bellevuecollege.edu/drc This email and any files transmitted may contain confidential information as protected by the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), 20 USC ? 1232g and/or Electronic Communications Privacy Act, 18 U.S.C. ? 2510-2521. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, or distribution is prohibited. Furthermore, if you are not the intended recipient, please notify me immediately by telephone or return e-mail and completely delete this message from your system. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From athen-list at u.washington.edu Wed Oct 2 13:16:48 2024 From: athen-list at u.washington.edu (Noble, Stephen via athen-list) Date: Mon Jan 13 11:31:46 2025 Subject: [Athen] Options Other Than Dragon with Math Talk? In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: One option you may want to consider is using the Windows math dictation capability with Microsoft Word. It is a relatively new capability which many people do not know about, but I don't know how useful it is in real like. Murray Sargent wrote about it in this blog post https://devblogs.microsoft.com/math-in-office/math-dictation/ In another post by Murray, he states "Math dictation is another math input method for blind and sighted users alike. Imagine, you can say ?? + ?? = ?? faster than you can write or type it! Math dictation can work with all devices, computers, tablets, and phones." See https://devblogs.microsoft.com/math-in-office/officemath/ I would be interested in hearing back from anyone who tries this out with a student to see if it has any merit. --Steve Noble steve.noble@louisville.edu 502-969-3088 ________________________________ From: athen-list on behalf of Ali Steenis via athen-list Sent: Tuesday, October 1, 2024 2:24 PM To: Access Technology Higher Education Network Subject: [Athen] Options Other Than Dragon with Math Talk? CAUTION: This email originated from outside of our organization. Do not click links, open attachments, or respond unless you recognize the sender's email address and know the contents are safe. Hi all, I am working with a quadriplegic student who needs to take a math course next quarter. The student typically uses a stylus held in their mouth on a tablet to type and do some homework. We are looking into getting the student set up with Dragon and Math Talk to be able to do math verbally but this will take some time as the student does not yet have a computer equipped with this tech. What other solutions have you used for students with similar barriers? Are there other tech options out there that we aren?t thinking of? Do you provide a scribe for homework for this kind of situation? Thanks so much in advance! Warmly, Ali Steenis Pronouns: she/hers Alternative Formats Access Specialist, Disability Resource Center (DRC) 3000 Landerholm Circle SE, Room U001 Bellevue, WA 98007 Phone: (425)-564-2605 TTY: (425)-564-6189 FAX: (425)-564-5110 drc@bellevuecollege.edu www.bellevuecollege.edu/drc This email and any files transmitted may contain confidential information as protected by the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), 20 USC ? 1232g and/or Electronic Communications Privacy Act, 18 U.S.C. ? 2510-2521. 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Without this I seem to get more the raw/unprocessed text that he mentions in the Implementation section, and so that has mixed results that would require quite a bit of editing. Also, Murray notes in another posting that he was retiring (congrats Murray!), but I haven?t been able to find if someone else has picked this up and if it is still active. Todd From: athen-list On Behalf Of Noble, Stephen via athen-list Sent: Wednesday, October 2, 2024 3:17 PM To: Access Technology Higher Education Network ; Ali Steenis Subject: Re: [Athen] Options Other Than Dragon with Math Talk? One option you may want to consider is using the Windows math dictation capability with Microsoft Word. It is a relatively new capability which many people do not know about, but I don't know how useful it is in real like. Murray Sargent wrote about it in this blog post https://devblogs.microsoft.com/math-in-office/math-dictation/ In another post by Murray, he states "Math dictation is another math input method for blind and sighted users alike. Imagine, you can say ?? + ?? = ?? faster than you can write or type it! Math dictation can work with all devices, computers, tablets, and phones." See https://devblogs.microsoft.com/math-in-office/officemath/ I would be interested in hearing back from anyone who tries this out with a student to see if it has any merit. --Steve Noble steve.noble@louisville.edu 502-969-3088 ________________________________ From: athen-list > on behalf of Ali Steenis via athen-list > Sent: Tuesday, October 1, 2024 2:24 PM To: Access Technology Higher Education Network > Subject: [Athen] Options Other Than Dragon with Math Talk? CAUTION: This email originated from outside of our organization. Do not click links, open attachments, or respond unless you recognize the sender's email address and know the contents are safe. Hi all, I am working with a quadriplegic student who needs to take a math course next quarter. The student typically uses a stylus held in their mouth on a tablet to type and do some homework. We are looking into getting the student set up with Dragon and Math Talk to be able to do math verbally but this will take some time as the student does not yet have a computer equipped with this tech. What other solutions have you used for students with similar barriers? Are there other tech options out there that we aren?t thinking of? Do you provide a scribe for homework for this kind of situation? Thanks so much in advance! Warmly, Ali Steenis Pronouns: she/hers Alternative Formats Access Specialist, Disability Resource Center (DRC) 3000 Landerholm Circle SE, Room U001 Bellevue, WA 98007 Phone: (425)-564-2605 TTY: (425)-564-6189 FAX: (425)-564-5110 drc@bellevuecollege.edu www.bellevuecollege.edu/drc This email and any files transmitted may contain confidential information as protected by the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), 20 USC ? 1232g and/or Electronic Communications Privacy Act, 18 U.S.C. ? 2510-2521. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, or distribution is prohibited. Furthermore, if you are not the intended recipient, please notify me immediately by telephone or return e-mail and completely delete this message from your system. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Join us in the International Ally User Group on Thursday 24 October 2024 at 07:00 PDT / 10:00 EDT / 15:00 BST / 16:00 CEST / 17:00 TRT / 18:00 GST. # Session synopses ## Is 'plus one' enough? Addressing accessibility challenges in legacy resources Anna Ruff - Learning Designer University of Southampton ?Discover practical strategies for updating legacy learning resources, overcoming common accessibility challenges, and fostering sustainable content creation. Learn how small, incremental changes can significantly improve user experience and accessibility, within real world constraints of time and resource. This presentation will focus on legacy content created in Articulate Storyline.? ## Ally Rapid Remediation Maite Saco ? Senior Instructional Designer Cate Dowman ? Senior Instructional Designer University of Miami ?In 2021, our team embarked on an award-winning project to elevate our online courses to meet accessibility standards within a tight timeframe. 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The positive outcomes of this project will be highlighted in our presentation, showcasing a win-win for everyone involved.? # Sign up or watch the recording Find sign-up and joining details on the Ally Community site: https://usergroup.ally.ac/content/perma?id=63510 If you missed a previous session, all recordings and slide decks are available at https://tinyurl.com/AllyUserGroupSessions From athen-list at u.washington.edu Tue Oct 8 11:39:20 2024 From: athen-list at u.washington.edu (Lucy Greco via athen-list) Date: Mon Jan 13 11:31:46 2025 Subject: [Athen] any one goinging to educause Message-ID: hello: i am looking for some one that will be at edcause that could help with a demo i do not have a new enough iphone to do my demos for ios and was hopping that some one else had one they could demo on thanks lucy Berkeley IT Lucy Greco, Web Accessibility Evangelist Campus IT Experience Phone: (510) 289-6008 | Email: lgreco@berkeley.edu | We champion diversity. We act with integrity. 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Elizabeth Hayward CPACC, MBA, MA Digital Accessibility Manager, ITS Southern New Hampshire University snhu.edu From: athen-list On Behalf Of Mariotti, Tamara via athen-list Sent: Wednesday, October 9, 2024 1:21 PM To: Eileen Berger ; Access Technology Higher Education Network ; Gian Wild Subject: Re: [Athen] ChatGPT accessibility Has an awesome alternative text feature for photos and graphs, etc. I?ve used it for that recently. https://chatgpt.com/g/g-bqbZtTpHb-alt-text-generator-assistant Tamara Mariotti From: athen-list > On Behalf Of Eileen Berger via athen-list Sent: Wednesday, October 9, 2024 12:44 PM To: Gian Wild >; Access Technology Higher Education Network > Subject: Re: [Athen] ChatGPT accessibility Does anyone use ChatGPT, perplexity or other generative AI tools in providing accessibility or determining accessibility for students with disabilities? Eileen Berger ADOSA/ADSAdmin.Harvard GSE/ret. 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Warmly, Ali Steenis Pronouns: she/hers Alternative Formats Access Specialist, Disability Resource Center (DRC) 3000 Landerholm Circle SE, Room U001 Bellevue, WA 98007 Phone: (425)-564-2605 TTY: (425)-564-6189 FAX: (425)-564-5110 drc@bellevuecollege.edu www.bellevuecollege.edu/drc This email and any files transmitted may contain confidential information as protected by the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), 20 USC ? 1232g and/or Electronic Communications Privacy Act, 18 U.S.C. ? 2510-2521. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, or distribution is prohibited. Furthermore, if you are not the intended recipient, please notify me immediately by telephone or return e-mail and completely delete this message from your system. From: athen-list On Behalf Of Hayward, Elizabeth via athen-list Sent: Wednesday, October 9, 2024 10:47 AM To: Access Technology Higher Education Network Subject: Re: [Athen] ChatGPT accessibility CAUTION: This email originated from outside Bellevue College. Do not click links or open attachments unless you validate the sender and know the content is safe. If you are unsure, contact the Service Desk at x4357 (425-564-4357) or email servicedesk@bellevuecollege.edu. As a tool for accessibility, ChatGPT has a lot of opportunities. Thanks for the reference to its alt text feature, Tamara. Gian, we?ve not yet been successful locating ANY accessibility information (VPAT/ACR) on generative AI platforms like ChatGPT. Would love to know if anyone has tested ChatGPT for accessibility or has access to vendor VPAT/Accessibility Conformance Reports for any of them. Has anyone here encountered any GenAI tools that were ?built accessible? from their inception -- whose design/development teams actively focused on accessible/WCAG 2.1AA-compliant user interactions? Any gen AI vendors who have published accessibility statements? Following this thread with interest. Elizabeth Hayward CPACC, MBA, MA Digital Accessibility Manager, ITS Southern New Hampshire University snhu.edu From: athen-list > On Behalf Of Mariotti, Tamara via athen-list Sent: Wednesday, October 9, 2024 1:21 PM To: Eileen Berger >; Access Technology Higher Education Network >; Gian Wild > Subject: Re: [Athen] ChatGPT accessibility Has an awesome alternative text feature for photos and graphs, etc. I?ve used it for that recently. https://chatgpt.com/g/g-bqbZtTpHb-alt-text-generator-assistant Tamara Mariotti From: athen-list > On Behalf Of Eileen Berger via athen-list Sent: Wednesday, October 9, 2024 12:44 PM To: Gian Wild >; Access Technology Higher Education Network > Subject: Re: [Athen] ChatGPT accessibility Does anyone use ChatGPT, perplexity or other generative AI tools in providing accessibility or determining accessibility for students with disabilities? Eileen Berger ADOSA/ADSAdmin.Harvard GSE/ret. Co-Author/ co-editor ?Crucial Collaborations, A Practical Framework to ensure Access, Equity, and Inclusion for Students with Disabilities? 2024 Sent from my iPhone On Oct 9, 2024, at 1:28?AM, Gian Wild via athen-list > wrote: ? Hi ATHEN Does anyone have any experience with the accessibility of ChatGPT, or been able to find a VPAT? Thanks! Cheers, Gian Gian Wild, CEO AccessibilityOz Company Twitter: @accessibilityoz Email: gian@accessibilityoz.com _______________________________________________ athen-list mailing list athen-list@mailman12.u.washington.edu http://mailman12.u.washington.edu/mailman/listinfo/athen-list -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Looking forward to hearing more from others. Warmly, Ali Steenis Pronouns: she/hers Alternative Formats Access Specialist, Disability Resource Center (DRC) 3000 Landerholm Circle SE, Room U001 Bellevue, WA 98007 Phone: (425)-564-2605 TTY: (425)-564-6189 FAX: (425)-564-5110 drc@bellevuecollege.edu www.bellevuecollege.edu/drc This email and any files transmitted may contain confidential information as protected by the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), 20 USC ? 1232g and/or Electronic Communications Privacy Act, 18 U.S.C. ? 2510-2521. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, or distribution is prohibited. Furthermore, if you are not the intended recipient, please notify me immediately by telephone or return e-mail and completely delete this message from your system. From: athen-list > On Behalf Of Hayward, Elizabeth via athen-list Sent: Wednesday, October 9, 2024 10:47 AM To: Access Technology Higher Education Network > Subject: Re: [Athen] ChatGPT accessibility CAUTION: This email originated from outside Bellevue College. Do not click links or open attachments unless you validate the sender and know the content is safe. If you are unsure, contact the Service Desk at x4357 (425-564-4357) or email servicedesk@bellevuecollege.edu . As a tool for accessibility, ChatGPT has a lot of opportunities. Thanks for the reference to its alt text feature, Tamara. Gian, we?ve not yet been successful locating ANY accessibility information (VPAT/ACR) on generative AI platforms like ChatGPT. Would love to know if anyone has tested ChatGPT for accessibility or has access to vendor VPAT/Accessibility Conformance Reports for any of them. Has anyone here encountered any GenAI tools that were ?built accessible? from their inception -- whose design/development teams actively focused on accessible/WCAG 2.1AA-compliant user interactions? Any gen AI vendors who have published accessibility statements? Following this thread with interest. Elizabeth Hayward CPACC, MBA, MA Digital Accessibility Manager, ITS Southern New Hampshire University snhu.edu From: athen-list > On Behalf Of Mariotti, Tamara via athen-list Sent: Wednesday, October 9, 2024 1:21 PM To: Eileen Berger >; Access Technology Higher Education Network >; Gian Wild > Subject: Re: [Athen] ChatGPT accessibility Has an awesome alternative text feature for photos and graphs, etc. I?ve used it for that recently. https://chatgpt.com/g/g-bqbZtTpHb-alt-text-generator-assistant Tamara Mariotti From: athen-list > On Behalf Of Eileen Berger via athen-list Sent: Wednesday, October 9, 2024 12:44 PM To: Gian Wild >; Access Technology Higher Education Network > Subject: Re: [Athen] ChatGPT accessibility Does anyone use ChatGPT, perplexity or other generative AI tools in providing accessibility or determining accessibility for students with disabilities? Eileen Berger ADOSA/ADSAdmin.Harvard GSE/ret. Co-Author/ co-editor ?Crucial Collaborations, A Practical Framework to ensure Access, Equity, and Inclusion for Students with Disabilities? 2024 Sent from my iPhone On Oct 9, 2024, at 1:28?AM, Gian Wild via athen-list > wrote: ? Hi ATHEN Does anyone have any experience with the accessibility of ChatGPT, or been able to find a VPAT? Thanks! Cheers, Gian Gian Wild, CEO AccessibilityOz Company Twitter: @accessibilityoz Email: gian@accessibilityoz.com _______________________________________________ athen-list mailing list athen-list@mailman12.u.washington.edu http://mailman12.u.washington.edu/mailman/listinfo/athen-list -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From athen-list at u.washington.edu Wed Oct 9 11:32:11 2024 From: athen-list at u.washington.edu (Lissner, L. Scott via athen-list) Date: Mon Jan 13 11:31:46 2025 Subject: [Athen] ChatGPT accessibility In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Have you asked ChatGPT? A while back I did and it suggested the tool itself is but warned that page or widget I choose to embed it in may create a barrier to access. A bit cheeky I thought. Get Outlook for iOS ________________________________ From: athen-list on behalf of Gian Wild via athen-list Sent: Wednesday, October 9, 2024 1:28:08 AM To: athen-list@u.washington.edu Subject: [Athen] ChatGPT accessibility Hi ATHEN Does anyone have any experience with the accessibility of ChatGPT, or been able to find a VPAT? Thanks! Cheers, Gian Gian Wild, CEO AccessibilityOz Company Twitter: @accessibilityoz Email: gian@?accessibilityoz.?com ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? Hi ATHEN Does anyone have any experience with the accessibility of ChatGPT, or been able to find a VPAT? Thanks! Cheers, Gian Gian Wild, CEO AccessibilityOz Company Twitter: @accessibilityoz Email: gian@accessibilityoz.com -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From athen-list at u.washington.edu Wed Oct 9 11:38:16 2024 From: athen-list at u.washington.edu (Top Tech Tidbits via athen-list) Date: Mon Jan 13 11:31:46 2025 Subject: [Athen] ChatGPT accessibility In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <000001db1a7a$68224410$3866cc30$@toptechtidbits.com> Locating accessibility information such as VPATs or ACRs for generative AI platforms like ChatGPT has been challenging. We?ve tried. OpenAI, the organization behind ChatGPT, has not publicly released a VPAT or ACR for their AI models. This absence makes it difficult to assess their compliance with accessibility standards like WCAG 2.1 AA. Regarding testing ChatGPT for accessibility, there have been informal evaluations by individual users and organizations. Users have noted that while ChatGPT's interface is relatively straightforward, it does not always fully support screen readers or other assistive technologies, posing challenges for users with disabilities. But again, this information is sparse, vague and not well documented. And, the interface keeps changing. Most recently with the new Canvas feature. As for generative AI tools built with accessibility from their inception, there is limited information available. Most AI development has prioritized functionality and performance, with accessibility considerations often addressed afterward. We might consider Be My Eyes or Aira in this case, but their functionality was built on top of these same base models. The new advanced voice mode for ChatGPT definitely goes a long way towards accessibility, especially for persons who are blind or low vision. Albeit indirectly. But that does not eliminate the need for the web interface to be fully accessible as well. I?ll be sure to share any updates around this, both here and via the newsletters, as any new information becomes available. Aaron Di Blasi, PMP ?The greatest barrier to accessibility is indifference.? ? 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If you have received this e-mail and attachments in error, please delete the e-mail and its attachments from your computer. From: athen-list On Behalf Of Hayward, Elizabeth via athen-list Sent: Wednesday, October 9, 2024 1:47 PM To: Access Technology Higher Education Network Subject: Re: [Athen] ChatGPT accessibility As a tool for accessibility, ChatGPT has a lot of opportunities. Thanks for the reference to its alt text feature, Tamara. Gian, we?ve not yet been successful locating ANY accessibility information (VPAT/ACR) on generative AI platforms like ChatGPT. Would love to know if anyone has tested ChatGPT for accessibility or has access to vendor VPAT/Accessibility Conformance Reports for any of them. Has anyone here encountered any GenAI tools that were ?built accessible? from their inception -- whose design/development teams actively focused on accessible/WCAG 2.1AA-compliant user interactions? Any gen AI vendors who have published accessibility statements? Following this thread with interest. Elizabeth Hayward CPACC, MBA, MA Digital Accessibility Manager, ITS Southern New Hampshire University snhu.edu From: athen-list > On Behalf Of Mariotti, Tamara via athen-list Sent: Wednesday, October 9, 2024 1:21 PM To: Eileen Berger >; Access Technology Higher Education Network >; Gian Wild > Subject: Re: [Athen] ChatGPT accessibility Has an awesome alternative text feature for photos and graphs, etc. I?ve used it for that recently. https://chatgpt.com/g/g-bqbZtTpHb-alt-text-generator-assistant Tamara Mariotti From: athen-list > On Behalf Of Eileen Berger via athen-list Sent: Wednesday, October 9, 2024 12:44 PM To: Gian Wild >; Access Technology Higher Education Network > Subject: Re: [Athen] ChatGPT accessibility Does anyone use ChatGPT, perplexity or other generative AI tools in providing accessibility or determining accessibility for students with disabilities? Eileen Berger ADOSA/ADSAdmin.Harvard GSE/ret. Co-Author/ co-editor ?Crucial Collaborations, A Practical Framework to ensure Access, Equity, and Inclusion for Students with Disabilities? 2024 Sent from my iPhone On Oct 9, 2024, at 1:28?AM, Gian Wild via athen-list > wrote: ? Hi ATHEN Does anyone have any experience with the accessibility of ChatGPT, or been able to find a VPAT? Thanks! Cheers, Gian Gian Wild, CEO AccessibilityOz Company Twitter: @accessibilityoz Email: gian@accessibilityoz.com _______________________________________________ athen-list mailing list athen-list@mailman12.u.washington.edu http://mailman12.u.washington.edu/mailman/listinfo/athen-list -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... 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Best, Joshua From: athen-list on behalf of Gian Wild via athen-list Date: Tuesday, October 8, 2024 at 10:29?PM To: athen-list@u.washington.edu Subject: [Athen] ChatGPT accessibility Hi ATHEN Does anyone have any experience with the accessibility of ChatGPT, or been able to find a VPAT? Thanks! Cheers, Gian Gian Wild, CEO AccessibilityOz Company Twitter: @accessibilityoz Email: gian@accessibilityoz.com -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From athen-list at u.washington.edu Sun Oct 13 21:17:48 2024 From: athen-list at u.washington.edu (Gian Wild via athen-list) Date: Mon Jan 13 11:31:46 2025 Subject: [Athen] ChatGPT accessibility Message-ID: Thanks everyone for your comments and information! It was great to know that they haven't just been ignoring only us! It is a bit of a problem though. I did ask ChatGPT but it was quite evasive (or maybe not believable?)! Here are some questions and answers: Does OpenAI have a Voluntary Product Assessment Template or Accessibility Conformance Report for you, ChatGPT? ChatGPT said: OpenAI does provide information on accessibility and product features, but specific documents like a Voluntary Product Assessment Template (VPAT) or an Accessibility Conformance Report (ACR) might not be publicly available. For detailed information on accessibility, it's best to refer to OpenAI's official resources or reach out to their support for specific requests. You said: Can you please provide links to these official resources ChatGPT said: I can't browse the internet to provide current links, but you can find official resources about OpenAI's products, including accessibility information, on the OpenAI website. Typically, sections like "Documentation," "Support," or "Accessibility" would have relevant information. If you're looking for specific reports like a VPAT, contacting OpenAI directly through their support channels would be the best approach. You said: Is chatgpt accessible? ChatGPT said: Yes, ChatGPT is designed with accessibility in mind. OpenAI aims to ensure that the platform is usable by a wide range of users, including those with disabilities. This includes considerations for screen readers, keyboard navigation, and other assistive technologies. If you have specific accessibility concerns or needs, please let me know, and I can provide more detailed information! You said: Please provide more detailed information ChatGPT said: ChatGPT Here are some key aspects of accessibility in ChatGPT: 1. Keyboard Navigation: The interface is designed to be navigable using a keyboard, allowing users to access features without relying on a mouse. 2. Screen Reader Compatibility: ChatGPT is built to be compatible with popular screen readers, which can help visually impaired users interact with the content. 3. Clear Language: Efforts are made to use clear and straightforward language to accommodate users with different reading levels. 4. Responsive Design: The interface adjusts to various screen sizes and resolutions, making it usable on both desktop and mobile devices. 5. Customizable Display: Some features allow users to adjust text size and contrast to improve readability. For the most accurate and up-to-date information, including specific accessibility features and guidelines, visiting OpenAI's official website or accessibility section is recommended. If you have particular needs or suggestions, OpenAI encourages feedback to improve accessibility further. Cheers Gian Gian Wild, CEO AccessibilityOz Company Twitter: @accessibilityoz Email: gian@accessibilityoz.com United States: (917) 764 5452 Australia: 0408 223 391 - Mobile: 042 442 6262 Twitter: @gian - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gianwild/ -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From athen-list at u.washington.edu Mon Oct 14 06:27:46 2024 From: athen-list at u.washington.edu (via athen-list) Date: Mon Jan 13 11:31:46 2025 Subject: [Athen] Reminder: We Welcome all of you to the ATHEN Town Hall Event on October 16 ... In-Reply-To: <000e01db18eb$4f458960$edd09c20$@gmail.com> References: <000e01db18eb$4f458960$edd09c20$@gmail.com> Message-ID: <004301db1e3c$dbcd7db0$93687910$@gmail.com> Hello Everyone in the ATHEN Family: We cordially invite you to our quarterly town hall event where we come together, share insights, share information on top news items and of course take your questions, concerns, and constructive feedback. We hope that many of you can attend this free event which will take place on October 16 at noon Eastern time. More information and a sign-up link are included below: October 2024 Quarterly ATHEN Town Hall October 16, 2024 - 12:00 PM Eastern Length: 60 minutes * Welcome and Introductions - Jeff Bishop and RaLynn McGuire * Review of Agenda - Jeff Bishop * Updates concerning ATN - Jeff Bishop and Board * FindAccessibleBooks - Justin Romack * Accessing Higher Ground in-person event - RaLynn McGuire * Upcoming ATHEN Elections and Annual Meeting - Natalie Davison * Topics of Interest: * AI: * NVDA opens doors through the use of OpenAI plugins - Joshua Hori * Whisper AI - Joshua Hori * MAIDER Library and elevating the use of accessibility with visuals and data science - Jeff Bishop * Q&A Session from attendees - Everyone * Date and Time of Annual Meeting - Natalie Davison * Adjourn Everyone may sign up to attend by following the link shown below. 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The updated version focuses on realistic expectations for accessibility, considering the dynamic nature of chat interactions and adherence to accessibility standards. ________________________________ Accessibility Conformance Report (ACR) for chatgpt.com Date: [Insert Date] Product Description: chatgpt.com is an AI-powered conversational platform designed to assist users in various tasks, such as answering questions, offering information, and aiding with productivity tasks through text-based interactions. Standards/Guidelines Evaluated: This ACR evaluates chatgpt.com against the following standards and guidelines: * Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 (Level A, AA) * Revised Section 508 (U.S. Federal Government Accessibility Standard) ________________________________ Evaluation Summary: Criteria Conformance Level Remarks/Explanations WCAG 2.1 Level A Partially Supports Some fundamental accessibility features are in place, but there are gaps, particularly with dynamic chat elements and labeling of input fields. WCAG 2.1 Level AA Partially Supports The website meets many AA criteria, but improvements are needed around keyboard navigation, contrast for custom elements, and dynamic content interaction. Section 508 (Revised 2017) Partially Supports Most static features conform, but dynamic elements such as real-time chat interactions may cause challenges for assistive technology users. ________________________________ Detailed Compliance Findings: 1. Perceivable Guideline 1.1 Text Alternatives (WCAG 2.1 A): * Supports: All non-text content (such as images and icons) includes alternative text descriptions that are accessible to screen readers. However, further improvements may be required for dynamically updated content (e.g., when suggestions or error messages appear during the chat process). Guideline 1.4 Distinguishable (WCAG 2.1 AA): * Partially Supports: The site generally meets color contrast requirements for text and backgrounds. However, certain custom UI components, like buttons or interaction elements in the chat window, may need higher contrast to meet the minimum AA requirements for users with low vision. Text resizing is supported via browser settings, but the responsiveness of certain elements could be optimized. ________________________________ 2. Operable Guideline 2.1 Keyboard Accessible (WCAG 2.1 A): * Partially Supports: Most site elements are keyboard accessible, including the main chat interface. However, issues arise with keyboard focus management in dynamic elements, such as chat modals and pop-up windows. These issues may prevent users from smoothly navigating the site using only the keyboard, particularly during interactions that trigger dynamic changes, such as receiving suggestions from the chat. Guideline 2.4 Navigable (WCAG 2.1 A, AA): * Supports: The site uses clear, descriptive headings and logical tab order. Navigation landmarks (e.g., header, main content, footer) are present and correctly labeled, improving navigation for users of screen readers. However, some improvements could be made in ensuring that keyboard focus is retained on dynamic elements when they are displayed (e.g., chat input area or feedback modals). ________________________________ 3. Understandable Guideline 3.1 Readable (WCAG 2.1 A): * Supports: The language of the page is properly set for screen readers, and content is presented in a readable manner. Simple and consistent language is used throughout the site. The dynamic chatbot responses are generally understandable, though further clarification could be provided in terms of guiding users when errors occur in the chat interaction. Guideline 3.3 Input Assistance (WCAG 2.1 AA): * Partially Supports: Error identification is functional for static form fields, but for real-time chat input, improvements could be made. Users relying on screen readers or keyboard navigation may face difficulties understanding the nature of errors or incomplete inputs due to lack of clear ARIA live region updates that notify users when errors or feedback appear dynamically. ________________________________ 4. Robust Guideline 4.1 Compatible (WCAG 2.1 A, AA): * Partially Supports: The site is generally compatible with modern assistive technologies (e.g., screen readers like JAWS, NVDA, and VoiceOver). However, dynamic content such as chatbot conversations and real-time text updates may not always be properly announced by screen readers. The chat interface does not consistently use ARIA roles or live regions, which can lead to gaps in communication for assistive technology users. ________________________________ Potential Accessibility Improvements: 1. ARIA Labeling for Dynamic Content: Implement better ARIA roles and live region labeling for dynamic content updates, such as chat responses or error messages, to ensure screen readers can effectively announce changes. 2. Keyboard Navigation for Dynamic Elements: Ensure that all dynamic elements, including modals and chat interactions, maintain appropriate keyboard focus. Users should be able to smoothly navigate through dynamic content without losing focus on important elements. 3. Contrast and Custom Interactive Elements: Review all interactive elements, particularly custom buttons and input fields, to ensure they meet WCAG 2.1 AA contrast requirements. Text within dynamic components, such as chat modals, should be easily adjustable for users with low vision. 4. Improved Error Identification and Feedback: Ensure error messages and other system feedback are accessible for users of screen readers or other assistive technology. Clear labeling and ARIA announcements can help users understand the status of their input or errors that need correction. ________________________________ Conformance Statement: chatgpt.com partially conforms to WCAG 2.1 Level A and AA, as well as the Section 508 accessibility standards. While the site implements many accessibility features, particularly for static content, further improvements are necessary to ensure that dynamic content, such as chatbot interactions, fully meet the needs of users with disabilities. ________________________________ Accessibility Contact Information: If you experience any accessibility issues or have suggestions for improving the accessibility of chatgpt.com, please contact us at: Email: [Insert Accessibility Contact Email] Phone: [Insert Phone Number] Accessibility Support Page: [Insert URL] ________________________________ Conclusion: This ACR report outlines areas where chatgpt.com complies with WCAG 2.1 and Section 508 standards, as well as areas that require further improvement. While static content on the site largely adheres to accessibility standards, dynamic interactions, particularly within the chat interface, present challenges for full accessibility and require additional attention to enhance the experience for all users. From: athen-list On Behalf Of Gian Wild via athen-list Sent: Sunday, October 13, 2024 10:18 PM To: athen-list@u.washington.edu Subject: [Athen] ChatGPT accessibility EXTERNAL MAIL: athen-list-bounces@mailman12.u.washington.edu: Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Please contact your college IT Help Desk if you have any questions Thanks everyone for your comments and information! It was great to know that they haven't just been ignoring only us! It is a bit of a problem though. I did ask ChatGPT but it was quite evasive (or maybe not believable?)! Here are some questions and answers: Does OpenAI have a Voluntary Product Assessment Template or Accessibility Conformance Report for you, ChatGPT? ChatGPT said: OpenAI does provide information on accessibility and product features, but specific documents like a Voluntary Product Assessment Template (VPAT) or an Accessibility Conformance Report (ACR) might not be publicly available. For detailed information on accessibility, it's best to refer to OpenAI's official resources or reach out to their support for specific requests. You said: Can you please provide links to these official resources ChatGPT said: I can't browse the internet to provide current links, but you can find official resources about OpenAI's products, including accessibility information, on the OpenAI website. Typically, sections like "Documentation," "Support," or "Accessibility" would have relevant information. If you're looking for specific reports like a VPAT, contacting OpenAI directly through their support channels would be the best approach. You said: Is chatgpt accessible? ChatGPT said: Yes, ChatGPT is designed with accessibility in mind. OpenAI aims to ensure that the platform is usable by a wide range of users, including those with disabilities. This includes considerations for screen readers, keyboard navigation, and other assistive technologies. If you have specific accessibility concerns or needs, please let me know, and I can provide more detailed information! You said: Please provide more detailed information ChatGPT said: ChatGPT Here are some key aspects of accessibility in ChatGPT: 1. Keyboard Navigation: The interface is designed to be navigable using a keyboard, allowing users to access features without relying on a mouse. 2. Screen Reader Compatibility: ChatGPT is built to be compatible with popular screen readers, which can help visually impaired users interact with the content. 3. Clear Language: Efforts are made to use clear and straightforward language to accommodate users with different reading levels. 4. Responsive Design: The interface adjusts to various screen sizes and resolutions, making it usable on both desktop and mobile devices. 5. Customizable Display: Some features allow users to adjust text size and contrast to improve readability. For the most accurate and up-to-date information, including specific accessibility features and guidelines, visiting OpenAI's official website or accessibility section is recommended. If you have particular needs or suggestions, OpenAI encourages feedback to improve accessibility further. Cheers Gian Gian Wild, CEO AccessibilityOz Company Twitter: @accessibilityoz Email: gian@accessibilityoz.com United States: (917) 764 5452 Australia: 0408 223 391 - Mobile: 042 442 6262 Twitter: @gian - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gianwild/ -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Best, Joshua From: athen-list on behalf of Stager, Catherine via athen-list Date: Monday, October 14, 2024 at 1:45?PM To: Gian Wild , Access Technology Higher Education Network Subject: Re: [Athen] ChatGPT accessibility So I asked ChapGPT to draft its own ACR? then asked again a second time (as I always do): Here?s a redrafted and refined ACR for chatgpt.com, ensuring accuracy and relevance based on common accessibility concerns for AI-powered chat platforms. The updated version focuses on realistic expectations for accessibility, considering the dynamic nature of chat interactions and adherence to accessibility standards. ________________________________ Accessibility Conformance Report (ACR) for chatgpt.com Date: [Insert Date] Product Description: chatgpt.com is an AI-powered conversational platform designed to assist users in various tasks, such as answering questions, offering information, and aiding with productivity tasks through text-based interactions. Standards/Guidelines Evaluated: This ACR evaluates chatgpt.com against the following standards and guidelines: * Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 (Level A, AA) * Revised Section 508 (U.S. Federal Government Accessibility Standard) ________________________________ Evaluation Summary: Criteria Conformance Level Remarks/Explanations WCAG 2.1 Level A Partially Supports Some fundamental accessibility features are in place, but there are gaps, particularly with dynamic chat elements and labeling of input fields. WCAG 2.1 Level AA Partially Supports The website meets many AA criteria, but improvements are needed around keyboard navigation, contrast for custom elements, and dynamic content interaction. Section 508 (Revised 2017) Partially Supports Most static features conform, but dynamic elements such as real-time chat interactions may cause challenges for assistive technology users. ________________________________ Detailed Compliance Findings: 1. Perceivable Guideline 1.1 Text Alternatives (WCAG 2.1 A): * Supports: All non-text content (such as images and icons) includes alternative text descriptions that are accessible to screen readers. However, further improvements may be required for dynamically updated content (e.g., when suggestions or error messages appear during the chat process). Guideline 1.4 Distinguishable (WCAG 2.1 AA): * Partially Supports: The site generally meets color contrast requirements for text and backgrounds. However, certain custom UI components, like buttons or interaction elements in the chat window, may need higher contrast to meet the minimum AA requirements for users with low vision. Text resizing is supported via browser settings, but the responsiveness of certain elements could be optimized. ________________________________ 2. Operable Guideline 2.1 Keyboard Accessible (WCAG 2.1 A): * Partially Supports: Most site elements are keyboard accessible, including the main chat interface. However, issues arise with keyboard focus management in dynamic elements, such as chat modals and pop-up windows. These issues may prevent users from smoothly navigating the site using only the keyboard, particularly during interactions that trigger dynamic changes, such as receiving suggestions from the chat. Guideline 2.4 Navigable (WCAG 2.1 A, AA): * Supports: The site uses clear, descriptive headings and logical tab order. Navigation landmarks (e.g., header, main content, footer) are present and correctly labeled, improving navigation for users of screen readers. However, some improvements could be made in ensuring that keyboard focus is retained on dynamic elements when they are displayed (e.g., chat input area or feedback modals). ________________________________ 3. Understandable Guideline 3.1 Readable (WCAG 2.1 A): * Supports: The language of the page is properly set for screen readers, and content is presented in a readable manner. Simple and consistent language is used throughout the site. The dynamic chatbot responses are generally understandable, though further clarification could be provided in terms of guiding users when errors occur in the chat interaction. Guideline 3.3 Input Assistance (WCAG 2.1 AA): * Partially Supports: Error identification is functional for static form fields, but for real-time chat input, improvements could be made. Users relying on screen readers or keyboard navigation may face difficulties understanding the nature of errors or incomplete inputs due to lack of clear ARIA live region updates that notify users when errors or feedback appear dynamically. ________________________________ 4. Robust Guideline 4.1 Compatible (WCAG 2.1 A, AA): * Partially Supports: The site is generally compatible with modern assistive technologies (e.g., screen readers like JAWS, NVDA, and VoiceOver). However, dynamic content such as chatbot conversations and real-time text updates may not always be properly announced by screen readers. The chat interface does not consistently use ARIA roles or live regions, which can lead to gaps in communication for assistive technology users. ________________________________ Potential Accessibility Improvements: 1. ARIA Labeling for Dynamic Content: Implement better ARIA roles and live region labeling for dynamic content updates, such as chat responses or error messages, to ensure screen readers can effectively announce changes. 2. Keyboard Navigation for Dynamic Elements: Ensure that all dynamic elements, including modals and chat interactions, maintain appropriate keyboard focus. Users should be able to smoothly navigate through dynamic content without losing focus on important elements. 3. Contrast and Custom Interactive Elements: Review all interactive elements, particularly custom buttons and input fields, to ensure they meet WCAG 2.1 AA contrast requirements. Text within dynamic components, such as chat modals, should be easily adjustable for users with low vision. 4. Improved Error Identification and Feedback: Ensure error messages and other system feedback are accessible for users of screen readers or other assistive technology. Clear labeling and ARIA announcements can help users understand the status of their input or errors that need correction. ________________________________ Conformance Statement: chatgpt.com partially conforms to WCAG 2.1 Level A and AA, as well as the Section 508 accessibility standards. While the site implements many accessibility features, particularly for static content, further improvements are necessary to ensure that dynamic content, such as chatbot interactions, fully meet the needs of users with disabilities. ________________________________ Accessibility Contact Information: If you experience any accessibility issues or have suggestions for improving the accessibility of chatgpt.com, please contact us at: Email: [Insert Accessibility Contact Email] Phone: [Insert Phone Number] Accessibility Support Page: [Insert URL] ________________________________ Conclusion: This ACR report outlines areas where chatgpt.com complies with WCAG 2.1 and Section 508 standards, as well as areas that require further improvement. While static content on the site largely adheres to accessibility standards, dynamic interactions, particularly within the chat interface, present challenges for full accessibility and require additional attention to enhance the experience for all users. From: athen-list On Behalf Of Gian Wild via athen-list Sent: Sunday, October 13, 2024 10:18 PM To: athen-list@u.washington.edu Subject: [Athen] ChatGPT accessibility EXTERNAL MAIL: athen-list-bounces@mailman12.u.washington.edu: Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Please contact your college IT Help Desk if you have any questions Thanks everyone for your comments and information! It was great to know that they haven?t just been ignoring only us! It is a bit of a problem though. I did ask ChatGPT but it was quite evasive (or maybe not believable?)! Here are some questions and answers: Does OpenAI have a Voluntary Product Assessment Template or Accessibility Conformance Report for you, ChatGPT? ChatGPT said: OpenAI does provide information on accessibility and product features, but specific documents like a Voluntary Product Assessment Template (VPAT) or an Accessibility Conformance Report (ACR) might not be publicly available. For detailed information on accessibility, it's best to refer to OpenAI's official resources or reach out to their support for specific requests. You said: Can you please provide links to these official resources ChatGPT said: I can't browse the internet to provide current links, but you can find official resources about OpenAI's products, including accessibility information, on the OpenAI website. Typically, sections like "Documentation," "Support," or "Accessibility" would have relevant information. If you're looking for specific reports like a VPAT, contacting OpenAI directly through their support channels would be the best approach. You said: Is chatgpt accessible? ChatGPT said: Yes, ChatGPT is designed with accessibility in mind. OpenAI aims to ensure that the platform is usable by a wide range of users, including those with disabilities. This includes considerations for screen readers, keyboard navigation, and other assistive technologies. If you have specific accessibility concerns or needs, please let me know, and I can provide more detailed information! You said: Please provide more detailed information ChatGPT said: ChatGPT Here are some key aspects of accessibility in ChatGPT: 1. Keyboard Navigation: The interface is designed to be navigable using a keyboard, allowing users to access features without relying on a mouse. 2. Screen Reader Compatibility: ChatGPT is built to be compatible with popular screen readers, which can help visually impaired users interact with the content. 3. Clear Language: Efforts are made to use clear and straightforward language to accommodate users with different reading levels. 4. 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The research and the resulting simple guidelines are available here: https://www.wgbh.org/foundation/services/ncam/describing-images-for-enhanced-assessments Detailed guidelines that we worked with NWEA to develop are here: https://www.nwea.org/uploads/2022/11/Image-Description-Guidelines-for-Assessments_NWEA_2021.pdf As you note, it is important that the alt text not give undue advantage but it is also important that students be able to answer the questions using the alt text. It takes some balance. -Madeleine Madeleine Rothberg Senior Subject Matter Expert 617-300-2492 From: athen-list on behalf of L Snider via athen-list Date: Wednesday, October 30, 2024 at 9:52?AM To: Access Technology Higher Education Network Subject: [Athen] Alt text for exam images Hi Everyone, I have done alt text for exam questions in different ways. I was curious to know, how do you form all text for exam question images, when the old text can completely give away the answer? 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We were thrilled to award the scholarship to a professional that we see as able to bring back valuable information to contribute to and innovate the Access Tech field, and in the future increase their involvement with ATHEN. Teresa Haven Scholarship Update on 2024 Award Out of the students who had applied, we received various areas of interest and expertise. We were searching for a student who demonstrated high levels of passion for inclusion of people with disabilities. We awarded this scholarship to a student at Western Washington University pursuing an Urban Planning and Sustainable Development degree with a minor in Critical Disability Studies. A quote from the award recipient: "It is both my passion and my career goal to work in planning and policy to move towards fair and inclusive communities. I feel strongly that physical segregation reinforces and perpetuates attitudinal segregation and inequity. 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The student is experiencing barriers fully reading math content, such as fractions, using a single line Refreshable Braille Display. The student inquired if the Educational Access Center at Boise State University would purchase and provide a multi line Refreshable Braille Display, such as the Orbit Slate 520, that is better suited to access math content. Has anyone received a similar Assistive Technology request in the past? If so, can you please share how you determined the request to be reasonable, or not? Does anyone have Refreshable Braille Displays as equipment they rent out from their Disability Resource Center? If so, do you have any written procedures to ensure equity of the rental of the device that you would share? It sounds like the technology is necessary for the student to fully access the alternative formats we are creating and procuring for her. We are considering purchasing one and renting it to this student, and any other who could benefit, and retaining the device. 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