The Access Board's free monthly series  took place April 3 2014 from 2:30 – 4:00 (ET) and covered evaluation and testing for compliance with Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act which requires access to electronic and information technology in the federal sector.

Federal agencies are responsible for accurately evaluating information and communication technology, including web and software applications, for Section 508 compliance. This webinar reviewed the standards-based approach to Section 508 evaluation and testing implemented by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).

It also covered DHS's "Trusted Tester" concept and how to implement reliable and repeatable Section 508 testing across agencies.

For more information, including registration instructions, visit www.accessibilityonline.org.

• Effectiveness - The accuracy and completeness with which specified users can achieve specified goals in particular environments.
• Efficiency - The resources expended in relation to the accuracy and completeness of goals achieved.
• Satisfaction - The comfort and acceptability of the work system to its users and other people affected by its use.

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