Library resource discovery tools (RDTs) are the latest generation of library catalogs that enable searching across disparate databases and repositories from a single search box. Although such “Google-like” experience has ...

The title of this chapter comes from the Chinese idiom “a peep at a leopard through a tube – see a spot or two” (管中窥豹，可见一斑), which means looking at an issue from a single perspective and conjuring up a bigger picture. The ...

Readability of text on the web is a key prerequisite for achieving universal accessibility. The World Wide Web Consortium’s Web Content Accessibility Guidelines state that general text should not require reading levels ...

Besides the globally popular MOOCs, localized MOOCs specific to a region or language are also emerging. These specialized MOOCs often aim to address specific needs that are typically unaddressed by the ...

According to the literature, normal ageing is associated with a decline in sensory, perceptual, motor and cognitive abilities. When designing applications for elderly people, it is crucial to take into consideration the ...

The development of Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) has provided unique learning opportunities for many people. In the meantime, the lack of accessibility in some MOOCs has also created barriers for ...

During the recent years, World Wide Web becomes the main source of information for every sector like, academic, medical, social and almost everywhere and for everybody. Usable system improves user performance and satisfaction ...

In the one hand, the trend of online digital media is booming leaving behind the traditional media due to its various advantages over traditional. On the other hand, the number of disability and old users are increasing ...

Weibo is one of the most widely used social media in China. It is the Chinese Twitter, which allow users to post 140 Chinese characters. Weibo has 100 million daily active users. People usually use it to get news and share ...

During this project a set of guidelines aimed at smoothing the process of making accessible Rich Internet Applications (RIA) has been created, evaluated and updated. This was done by studying literature about issues regarding ...