Hello, I'm Shawn Jordison, and I’m thrilled to connect with you! Since 2008, I’ve been dedicated to the field of accessibility, passionately ensuring that everyone has equal access to information and resources. Throughout my career, I’ve tackled a wide range of accessibility projects, from making thousands of documents accessible to delivering comprehensive trainings on Section 508, accessibility, and assistive technology. I’ve also had the privilege of working closely with students with disabilities as a faculty member and counselor, and I’ve served as a reviewer for online courses, websites, and third-party content. My expertise covers critical areas such as captioning, document accessibility, assistive technology, and guiding organizations to align with accessibility best practices. Whether you need one-on-one guidance or large-scale solutions, I’m here to help you pin down accessibility challenges. If you’re seeking an accessibility expert who’s dedicated to making a positive impact, let’s team up. Together, we can create a more inclusive world and help you become an accessibility champion!
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Converting over 100 PDF pages into accessible, editable files? An easy task for AI-powered PDF & OCR software. Watch The Accessibility Guy walk through the process with ABBYY FineReader PDF in less than five minutes: https://hubs.li/Q02Z19L80
?? Unlock the power of #Microsoft365 with the Read Aloud feature! In this video, we break down how to enhance #DocumentAccessibility by having text read aloud. Users can adjust speed, select voices, and navigate easily through content, even highlighting specific sections. Perfect for creating a more inclusive experience! ?? Looking for more accessibility insights? Join my exclusive accessibility courses and community today: https://lnkd.in/gqkMgwA9 #Accessibility #InclusiveTech #AssistiveTechnology #DigitalAccessibility #MSOffice #ReadAloud #TechForGood
Creating accessible presentations is crucial to ensure that everyone, including users of assistive technologies, can engage with your content. My latest video guide walks you through step-by-step methods in Venngage?- from selecting and customizing templates to adjusting font, color, and adding alt text - to create a presentation that meets accessibility standards. #Accessibility #InclusiveDesign #DigitalInclusion #Venngage #PresentationDesign #AssistiveTechnology #ContentCreation #AccessibilityMatters
Let's explore the Adobe Acrobat accessibility checker! My latest video walks you through accessing and using the checker, understanding the results, and knowing when to perform manual checks. I also cover additional tools to help ensure full compliance. Are you looking for a deeper dive into digital accessibility? Join my exclusive accessibility courses and community today: https://lnkd.in/gqkMgwA9 #AdobeAcrobat #AccessibilityChecker #PDFAccessibility #DigitalInclusion #Compliance #TheAccessibilityGuy #DocumentAccessibility #LinkedInLearning
Have you ever had to OCR 100 pages?! ??? Optical Character Recognition (OCR) is an essential tool for converting image-based PDFs into accessible, editable documents. Using Abbyy FineReader Professional, I transform scanned or image-based files into formats everyone can use. Watch the full video: https://lnkd.in/g92vh2rC #OCR #PDFAccessibility #DigitalInclusion #AbbyyFineReader #AccessibleDocuments #AccessibilityMatters #TheAccessibilityGuy #TechForGood
My latest video is all about @naturalreaderapp! This is a powerful text-to-speech solution, crafted for smooth document interaction. With customizable playback, real-time highlighting, AI-powered Q&A, and downloadable audio files, it's an ideal tool for students, professionals, and anyone who values accessible reading. Watch the full video: https://lnkd.in/gtNjvz8f Start using Natural Reader today: https://lnkd.in/ej3JRFb #Accessibility #TextToSpeech #AssistiveTech #InclusiveDesign #EdTech #DigitalInclusion
My latest video explores essential best practices for table accessibility. ?? A common misstep in accessibility is relying on alt text for screenshots of tables instead of using live text. This approach falls short of true accessibility standards. Dive into best practices to ensure your documents are fully accessible and inclusive. Join my exclusive accessibility courses and community today: https://lnkd.in/gqkMgwA9 #Accessibility #TableAccessibility #InclusiveDesign #DocumentAccessibility #AccessibilityStandards #BestPractices #DigitalInclusion #AccessibilityMatters
Election documents need to be accessible so all voters, including those using screen readers, can navigate essential information. This guide covers the key steps for tagging PDFs, specifically for election materials found online. Proper tagging enhances screen reader navigation, ensuring digital accessibility for everyone. #Accessibility #DigitalInclusion #ElectionMaterials #PDFAccessibility #AssistiveTechnology
My latest video provides a detailed guide on Colorado's accessibility law, House Bill 21 (HB21), covering essential requirements and best practices for compliance. HB21 mandates accessible digital content for public entities, promoting equitable access to information and services for all citizens, with a focus on supporting individuals with disabilities. Watch the full video now: https://lnkd.in/g6WStNiA #HB21 #Accessibility #DigitalInclusion #ColoradoLaw #EqualAccess #Compliance #PublicSector
My latest video breaks down how to fix the focus order error in the PAC 2024 tool. We focus on tab order issues for pages with annotations in Adobe Acrobat. Quickly identify and resolve this issue and ensure full accessibility compliance! Want a deep dive into PDF accessibility? Join my exclusive accessibility courses and community today: https://lnkd.in/gqkMgwA9 #Accessibility #PAC2024 #FocusOrder #AdobeAcrobat #InclusiveDesign #DigitalAccessibility #PDFCompliance