Execution of accessibility studies in an inaccessible ecosystem

Зображення до статті Execution of accessibility studies in an inaccessible ecosystem
Зображення до статті Execution of accessibility studies in an inaccessible ecosystem

The article emphasizes the importance of UX research, which include participants with different types of disability. This is especially true at the prototyping stage, when teams make critical decisions on functionality. But there is one big problem that we are not talking about: users need a prototype available to test, and most prototypes used for testing are inaccessible.

💡 Ensuring the availability and inclusiveness of technology depends to a large extent on receiving feedback from persons with disabilities. It is impossible to rely only on the lists, management and assumptions to do everything right. However, this process is often complicated due to the lack of available prototypes for testing.

  • 📌 Availability studies should be conducted at all stages of development.
  • 📌 The study of prototypes should include participants with disabilities.
  • 📌 Technology insufficiency prevents the study of accessibility.
🧩 Summary: To create inclusive technologies it is necessary to conduct UX research, which include participants with different types of disability. However, due to the lack of available prototypes, researchers should look for creative solutions.
🧠 Own considerations: since we live in a world where technologies play an increasing role, ensuring their accessibility for all users should be a priority. This includes not only the creation of the final product, but also the process of its development, including UX research and prototyping. The need for creative solutions to overcome these problems emphasizes the need for more attention to accessibility in the field of technology.

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