CMS Accessibility and User Experience Flashcards
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What is the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) implication for websites in the United States?
Answer: Courts have broadly interpreted it to require accessible websites for businesses open to the public
U.S. courts have widely interpreted the ADA to require that business websites be accessible to people with disabilities, making WCAG compliance a legal risk management issue.
What is 'cognitive load' in UX design, and why does it matter for multimedia?
Answer: The mental effort required from users to understand and interact with an interface
Cognitive load refers to the mental effort users expend to understand and use an interface; reducing it through clear design improves usability and retention.
Which HTML element should be used to provide a text alternative for audio-only multimedia content?
Answer: A transcript provided as linked or embedded text content
WCAG requires a text transcript for audio-only content, which can be provided as linked or inline text, enabling access for deaf users and search engines.
What is 'information architecture' (IA) in the context of multimedia projects?
Answer: The structural design of shared information environments to support usability and findability
Information architecture is the practice of organizing, structuring, and labeling content to help users find information and complete tasks efficiently.
What does 'Section 508' refer to in the context of multimedia accessibility in the United States?
Answer: A federal law requiring U.S. federal agencies to make their electronic and information technology accessible to people with disabilities
Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act requires U.S. federal agencies to ensure that their electronic and information technology is accessible to people with disabilities.
What is an 'audio description' track in accessible video production?
Answer: A narrated description of key visual elements added for blind or low-vision users
An audio description track adds spoken narration of important visual information—such as actions, settings, and on-screen text—for blind and low-vision viewers.