This example has a visible link with name “Description” which links to the extended image description at the bottom of the page.
Figure 1. Circulatory and Respiratory SystemsDescription
Making This Image Accessible
This image can be made accessible with an image description or by using a tactile graphic. The choice of modality varies depending on factors such as the information to be conveyed, grade level, student knowledge and experience, and the image itself.
Example 2: Tactile Graphic
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Figure 2. Tactile Graphic
A tactile graphic allows the image to be interpreted manually.
Image Descriptions
The DIAGRAM Center is a Benetech initiative supported by the U.S. Department of Education, Office of Special Education Programs (Cooperative Agreement #H327B100001). Opinions expressed herein are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent the position of the U.S. Department of Education.
