Making Complex Information Accessible to a Larger Audience Subject matter experts may sometimes worry that simplifying a resource means “dumbing down” the content. In practice, effective simplification does the opposite. Making complex information understandable requires identifying what matters most, understanding…
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5 Tips for Effective Data Visualizations
5 Tips for Creating Effective Data Visualizations Data visualization transforms complex data into information that people can more easily understand and use. Data visualization is especially useful for education agencies, who often need to communicate different levels of data to…
The Spirit of the Law vs. the Letter of the Law in Accessibility Work
The Spirit of the Law vs. the Letter of the Law in Accessibility Work Conversations about accessibility and Section 508 compliance often focus on checklists, testing tools, and technical requirements—components that are required by law. They are the legal framework—the…
What is Section 508, and Why Does it Matter?
What is Section 508, and Why Does it Matter? An image showing a phone, tablet, and computer, with a globe icon overlapping them. Surrounding this image are various symbols representing accessibility such as braille, wheelchair access and closed captioning. The…





