Learn how to prioritize digital accessibility in your design process from start to finish.

Category	Course format	Language	Duration	Level
UX Design	Online	English with Subt.	2h 4m	Beginner

Discover the power of digital accessibility and inclusive design in this online course led by Margot Gabel. In a world where accessibility is a basic human right, it is crucial for designers to create user-friendly experiences that can be accessed by anyone, regardless of their abilities. Margot, a passionate Digital Designer and advocate for inclusive design, will guide you through the process of making your website more accessible by improving your approach to UX and UI.

In this course, you will explore the importance of digital accessibility and understand how it benefits not only inclusivity but also your website's ranking on search engines. Margot will teach you essential elements such as color contrasts, typography choices, tone of voice, buttons, and alternative text, all of which play a significant role in creating an inclusive digital experience.

You will delve into user inputs, including keyboards, touch, and voice, and learn how to adapt your design choices to enhance usability. Margot will also guide you in building a highly inclusive design system, developing wireframes, and creating interactive prototypes. Furthermore, you will discover how to extend your inclusivity practices to social media and other digital channels.

Modules

What you will learn
in this course.

Lessons

Chapters

Duration
Lesson 1

Introduction

2

10m 41s

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- About Me
  
  5m 13s
- Influences
  
  5m 38s
Lesson 2

Why Does Digital Accessibility Matter?

3

10m 13s

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- Introduction to Digital Accessibility
  
  4m 18s
- The Benefits of Digital Accessibility
  
  2m 17s
- Accessibility in Real Life
  
  3m 38s
Lesson 3

Building Blocks

5

38m 0s

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- Colours and Contrast
  
  9m 40s
- Typefaces and Hierarchy
  
  7m 54s
- Alternative Text and Microcopy
  
  5m 45s
- States
  
  7m 11s
- Animations and Multimedia Controls
  
  7m 30s
Lesson 4

Bring

3

41m 38s

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- Wireframing for Accessibility
  
  10m 21s
- A Basic and Accessible Design System
  
  17m 5s
- Designing
  
  14m 12s
Lesson 5

Prototyping and Testing

3

23m 57s

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- The Interactive Prototype
  
  12m 42s
- Testing, Testing, Testing
  
  5m 43s
- Omnichannel Thinking
  
  5m 32s

Meet the teacher

Margot Gabel

Name: Digital Accessibility as a Mindset
Author: Margot Gabel

Lead Designer at Build in Amsterdam

Margot has been working for 3x E-commerce Site of the Year winner Build in Amsterdam for the last 5 years as one of the lead designers. She worked on the global redesign of Adidas.com, Ace & Tate and Suitsupply.com among others. She is currently obsessed with accessible design and created the first multi-sensory digital flagship store for Moooi.

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9.99$

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Course Content

Discover the power of digital accessibility and inclusive design in this online course led by Margot Gabel. In a world where accessibility is a basic human right, it is crucial for designers to create user-friendly experiences that can be accessed by anyone, regardless of their abilities. Margot, a passionate Digital Designer and advocate for inclusive design, will guide you through the process of making your website more accessible by improving your approach to UX and UI.

In this course, you will explore the importance of digital accessibility and understand how it benefits not only inclusivity but also your website's ranking on search engines. Margot will teach you essential elements such as color contrasts, typography choices, tone of voice, buttons, and alternative text, all of which play a significant role in creating an inclusive digital experience.

You will delve into user inputs, including keyboards, touch, and voice, and learn how to adapt your design choices to enhance usability. Margot will also guide you in building a highly inclusive design system, developing wireframes, and creating interactive prototypes. Furthermore, you will discover how to extend your inclusivity practices to social media and other digital channels.

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