39th Annual CSUN Assistive Technology Conference Has Concluded

Navigating the Evolution from PDF/UA-1 to PDF/UA-2 for Education

Date & Time

Friday, March 22, 2024 - 9:20 AM PDT

Location

Platinum 3 (ALLYANT)

Description

Educators and administrative staff are invited to engage with the dynamic progression of PDF accessibility standards in our upcoming session, which delves into the shift from PDF/UA-1 to the imminent PDF/UA-2. Since 2012, PDF/UA (ISO 14289) has been a fundamental framework for creating accessible PDF documents in the educational sphere. The advent of PDF 2.0 (ISO 32000) in 2017, along with its further revision in 2020, has introduced significant updates that necessitate a re-evaluation of PDF accessibility practices. This session will provide an in-depth look at the intricacies of the upcoming PDF/UA-2, expected to be released by the end of the first quarter of 2024. Participants will gain insight into the major changes to the existing tagging system, the updated guidelines for tag application, and the addition of new tags to the PDF standard. We will also examine the newest criteria for hyperlinks, interactive forms, and the expanded capabilities of PDFs to enhance their functionality. This presentation is essential for the creation of educational materials, offering crucial knowledge on maintaining compliance with the latest standards and adopting best practices to ensure that educational documents are accessible and inclusive for all students and staff.

Audience

Higher Education
K-12 Education

Audience Level

Beginning

Session Summary (Abstract)

This presentation is essential for the creation of educational materials, offering crucial knowledge on maintaining compliance with the latest standards and adopting best practices to ensure that educational documents are accessible and inclusive for all students and staff.

Primary Topic

Secondary Topics

Session Type

General Track