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The Open Source a11y-media-player and Its Accessibility Features

Presenters Nikki Massaro Kauffman — Penn State University Description a11y-media-player is a video player with accessibility features such as a searchable, printable, and downloadable transcript in a modern responsive interface.  In this session, you will learn about the accessibility features of the player as well as how you can use it on your own sites.

Be the Villain

Presenters Eric Bailey — GitHub Description Content warning: This presentation contains material that may be disturbing. Topics used to illustrate subversive design include domestic abuse, drug abuse, genocide, harassment, racism, stalking, school shooting and swatting. Historically, design’s goal was to make things as easy to use for as many people as possible. However, as software matures […]

3 Ways To Adjust Your Content for Users With Cognitive Disabilities

Presenters Troy DeRego — NewCity Description Cognitive disabilities are by far the most common type of disability. In fact, it’s safe to say that if we include the effects of aging, head injuries, the side effects of infectious diseases or medications, and environmental distractions, every one of us will experience some form of cognitive impairment […]