Internet Learning Volume 3, Number 1, Spring 2014 | Page 23
Internet Learning
Practices
Element Best Practices
Color • Do not use color for instruction
• Use only high-contrast colors
together
• Use color sparingly to keep the look
simple
Tables • Use tables to convey data in a simple,
clean format
Graphics • Include alt text tag with description
of image for all essential images
• Do not include citation of image in
alt text tag
• Avoid flashing graphics
• Avoid animations that do not align
with content
Text
Placement
Text
formatting
• Use
,
, etc. heading
elements to convey headings and
subheadings and order
• Use bulleted and numbered lists
where possible for simplicity
• Break up large areas of text by
chunking topics or using relevant
graphics
• Use consistent font types and sizes
• Do not use underline tag for
emphasis, only for links (use bold
and italics for emphasis)
Table 1. Examples of Standard 8.3 Elements and Best Practices
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