Sub sections:
Multimedia
Many of the strategies detailed for audio and video materials also apply here.
In addition, there is the problem of embedded graphics, which vision impaired students cannot access, and audio/video files which may be difficult for hearing impaired students to use. Text alternatives, transcripts or further sources of information should be attached to all audio and video files.
Where possible graphics should be accompanied by text which is either an alternate to the graphic or a full text description. Alternately text could alert a vision impaired student to the graphic, allowing them to make a decision about seeking assistance to access the information conveyed by the graphic.
Traditionally CD based multimedia presentations rely heavily on graphics for effect so incorporating large amounts of text may not be practical. In such cases a text only alternate should be included with the product. HTML is recommended for this as it is widely understood and easily created.
Guidelines for the design of multimedia and web resources have been developed and should be consulted PRIOR TO the development of such resources.