eText Accessibility Update

Digital Delivery Team

Content Mgmt ServicesPearson Education N.A.

13 July 2012

Multiple Solutions Available Now• *Efficient workflow creating NIMAS/NIMAC files (costs currently at $1.50

page) available on request or editorial decision

• *For those severely visually impaired, a fully accessible alternative eBook platform (called HTMLBook) with content in NIMAS format

• For those less severely impaired, eText supports ultra sharp content zoom (default up to 300%) in all client apps (Mac/Win/iOS/Android)

• *For all forms of visual impairment, all clients support multiple Audio options that allow for any level of audio explanation

• All clients are compatible with OS-based accessibility features like zoom

• Support for basic navigation via keyboard shortcuts for those with manipulative disabilities

• New Digital Library is HTML5 and will be tested and optimized this Fall

* Currently used extensively by School to meet accessibility requirements

NexText (HTML5/EPUB3) Coming BTS ‘13

• New PML 2.0 based on HTML5/EPUB3 being rolled out now

• NIMAS conversions for all PML 2.0 titles will be created

• Digital Library will support NexText and existing eText products (could also support HTMLBook versions if needed for BTS ‘13)

• NexText clients (Mac/Win/iOS/Android) will fully support all native accessibility controls (specific details vary by platform)

• All media content accessibility controls will be supported and additional audio controls (as found in eText) will be implemented

• Integrated workflow is full committed to supporting the creation of accessible content

HTMLBook for the Blind• Used routinely by

Pearson School

• Designed specifically for Screen Readers

• TOC and Go To Navigation

• Full content

• Simplified navigation

• $1.50 Per Page production cost

For Users with Visual Acuity Issues

Vector-based graphics provide for crystal clear

zoom

iPad and Android

For Users with Visual Acuity Issues

Vector-based graphics provide for crystal clear

zoom

Mac and Windows

eText Audio Text Options• Supports actor

recorded audio

• With or without synchronized highlighting

• Useful for full text or explanatory comments

• Used by Pearson School

• Mobile and Mac/Windows

NexText will meet all accessibility requirements

• EPUB3 file format

• Responsive design

• Compatible with screen readers

• Demonstrable at winter NSM

• Available for BTS 2013

• Access from today’s eText bookshelf and Digital Library