Video Accessibility
Integrated Audio Description
Integrated Audio Description Best Practices
- Write a script or speaker notes.
- Avoid vague references and refer to specifics.
- Avoid “where my mouse is” or “here.”
- Mention toolbars, page numbers, menus, and other named elements or objects.
- Avoid sensory dependent instructions.
- Such as colours and shapes.
- Describe actions and results.
- What did you do and what happened?
- Orient with relative positions.
- Describe relative to named specifics.
Refer to Video Accessibility for more information.
Activity
Use the element below (or a blank document or a piece of paper) and script—with integrated audio descriptions—how you access your work’s digital employee interface (Office 365, SharePoint, WorkDay, etc.). Take 3-5 minutes to complete this exercise.
How to use this workbook
- Select the buttons such as “What’s happening?” to reveal a textbox.
- Type a brief response to each prompt.
- Use the arrow buttons in the bottom right of the interactive to move to the next steps.
- Repeat on each page to add information such as setting, actions, and results.
- When you reach the export page, use the Create document button to generate a script you can export or copy.
Now you’ve got a script—with integrated descriptions—for your next video! In addition to create a more accessible video, deliberate scripting helps you convey your expertise and inspires confidence in your audience.
Let’s review on the next page.
