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The Moon in better sight

Written by  Wednesday, 29 September 2021 13:09
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Moon facts – Gravity

People with sight loss and sensory disabilities often experience problems seeking information online. ESA is bringing the Moon closer to them with a more accessible series of infographics.

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Staying connected to space

This initiative can have an impact on two generations of visually impaired people, with both parents and children getting easier access to the same information.

“I have listened to the files and enjoyed it all, very accessible and stuffed with facts. Lovely for children with sight loss. And I know more about the Moon than ever!” says Roger Wilson-Hinds, a member of Deafblind UK who tested the new infographics.

The organisation supported ESA in updating the visuals and making the text suitable for screen readers in an effort to make the information more accessible.


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