Designing Accessible Images and Web Graphics

Visual content is powerful, but only if everyone can access it. Ensuring your images, charts, and graphics are accessible is essential for reaching all users, including those with visual impairments and neurodivergent audiences. This written course teaches you how to design and structure digital graphics with accessibility at the forefront. You will learn how to make informed design choices, write clear alternative text, and structure complex data visuals so they are readable by assistive technologies. What you'll learn: Understand the core principles of web accessibility standards related to visual media; Write high-quality alt text and captions for diverse image types, from decorative icons to complex diagrams; Structure tables, charts, and data visualizations for screen readers; Optimize file names and metadata to improve accessibility; Apply inclusive design practices that support neurodivergent users; Implement modern SVG accessibility patterns and ARIA roles. The course begins with foundational concepts of digital accessibility before guiding you through practical, step-by-step techniques for writing alt text and structuring complex graphics. This text-based course is designed for beginners, with no prior accessibility experience required. Start reading today to make your digital content accessible and inclusive for everyone.