Validation and Testing (video)

This video provides an introduction to validation (hint: validate early, validate often!) and accessibility testing tools, including a demonstration of their limitations, as well as testing for accessibility with screen readers, voiceover, etc.

Subject(s):

Ebook Production
Resource Type(s):

Step-by-Step
Audience:

Technical

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What We’ll Cover

Validation and accessibility testing tools; including a demonstration of their limitations; and
Testing for accessibility with screen readers, voiceover, etc.

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Next Steps

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Quality Assurance with Checklists

Quality Assurance of Completed Ebooks

Once your ebook has been created, it is time to do a quality assurance check for accessibility. This resource contains both simplified and advanced checklists to help you review your ebooks.

Subject(s): Ebook Production

Resource Type(s): Checklist

Audience:

Introduction

2

Ebook Metadata

Introduction to Accessibility Metadata for Ebooks

Accessibility metadata should be included with every ebook, as it lets the reader know about what accessibility features have been included! This introduction discusses the importance of accessibility metadata, and shares examples of each type.

Subject(s): Metadata

Resource Type(s): Standards and Best Practices

Audience:

Technical

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