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    1. Related

      One critique with this PBS website is the unrelated articles in the related tab. The related tabs purpose is to help you find other sources related to the topic. However, having different links creates a clouded menu that is inaccessible. PBS could improve accessibility by creating a clearer visual separation between the main content and additional or related information without becoming distracted or overwhelmed.

    2. Audio

      On this website using closed captions as operable is not it's only function. The closed caption on the video also supports perceivable accessibility because it is in a visual text format instead of just accessing information by listening. This feature is very important and has become one of the main strategies to navigate online websites for people with different learning and accessibility needs. For example, using closed captions helps people who are deaf or hard of hearing.

    3. Transcript

      The full written transcript creates an accessible website under the perceivable principle by creating an alternate way to access the information presented in the video. This is essential for people who are deaf or hard of hearing. One of the negative effects of transcripts and information being physical or online is that it's challenging for people who are blind, visually impaired or for people wanting to review the content at their own pace. Since the PBS includes a conversation between Tamara Keith and Amy Walter about Trump and the media some viewers might need to return to an important part of the conversation. Having a physical resource instead of a visual makes searching for a specific part in the video more accessible. However, it is important to recognize that even websites we think are "accessible" are not accessible for everyone.

    4. Read the Full Transcript

      Using clear headings and organized sections supports the understandable principle of accessibility. The titles are in bigger font compared to the main text and they are bolded showing important information. Headings help users navigate information and makes it more accessible to find specific types of information. One of the ways that the headings are organized is by distinguishing the two speakers in the transcript Liz Landers and Amna Nawaz. Having accessible speaker identification is important because users in the transcript can tell who is speaking in the video even if you don't watch it.

    5. Audio

      On this website's homepage, the video playback controls follow the key web accessibility principle of making websites operable. The main goal of operability is making sure your users on your website have control of how they interact with the video. Key features of operability include: playing and pausing the video, volume, controlling speed, and captions. This is an important function of an accessible website because it allows users to process the information and follow along at their own pace. As well it is important to recognize the option of a transcript and full audio file.