TED: The internet's accessibility problem -- and how to fix it | Clive Loseby

The video discusses the importance of web accessibility, highlighting the barriers faced by disabled users, particularly with cookie banners. It explains the role of screen readers and the legal requirements for accessible web design. The speaker uses analogies to illustrate the concept of accessibility and provides practical steps for auditing websites and creating accessibility statements. The video concludes with a simple test to check a website's basic accessibility.

What personal experience led the speaker to become passionate about web accessibility?

• A bad car crash

• A family member's disability

• A professional requirement

• A friend's suggestion

What percentage of websites were found to have detectable accessibility failures?

• 50%

• 75%

• 97%

• 100%

How do screen readers assist blind users in navigating websites?

• By reading out the content

• By translating the text

• By magnifying the text

• By changing the website layout

When were the first web accessibility guidelines released?

• 1989

• 1999

• 2009

• 2019

What analogy is used to explain web accessibility?

• A locked door

• A building with no windows

• A building with stairs

• A building with automatic doors

What is the purpose of an accessibility statement on a website?

• To advertise the website

• To increase website traffic

• To comply with legal requirements

• To inform users about accessibility features

What simple test can be used to check a website's basic accessibility?

• The tab test

• The scroll test

• The zoom test

• The click test

What should a company do if their website has accessibility issues?

• Change the website's design

• Remove the website

• Provide a time frame for fixes

• Ignore the issues

Why is it important for websites to be accessible to disabled users?

• To reduce website costs

• To comply with trends

• To increase website speed

• To be inclusive and welcoming

What is a key benefit of making an accessibility statement real and honest?

• It shows the company's inclusive ethos

• It improves search engine ranking

• It reduces website traffic

• It increases website loading time