[nfbcs] FW: [IDevices] Fwd: Seeking participants for software accessibility research in Chicago area (with compensation)

[Stanzel, Susan - FSA, Kansas City, MO]

Good morning Listers,

I send this along for your consideration. This is especially important to those living in the Chicago area.

Susie Stanzel

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From: IDevices [mailto:idevices-bounces at gatewayfortheblind.com] On Behalf Of Phil
Sent: Monday, June 10, 2013 4:02 PM
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Subject: [IDevices] Fwd: Seeking participants for software accessibility research in Chicago area (with compensation)

Hi group,

This accessibility and usability research project is starting in June and they are looking for blind and low vision participants from Chicago area who use Mac, iPhone, iPad, as well as Windows and Android devices.
This is a great opportunity to have our say to improve accessibility of instant messenger software.
Participants will be compensated.
Please see below.

Phil
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Starting in mid-June and throughout the summer, the GfK usability research team will conduct a number of usability tests with individuals who are blind or have low vision and who use instant messenger (IM) software to communicate with others.

By participating in this research, you will have the opportunity to influence changes in the way digital communication tools support accessibility and universal design to allow people with disabilities to communicate and stay connected with friends, family, and colleagues.  Major software manufacturers are making heavy investments to address accessibility in communication tools across PCs, Macs, smartphones, tablets, and mobile devices, and this is your opportunity to have a voice in those changes.

We will be asking willing participants to come to a research facility in the Chicago metro area for a one-on-one interview lasting approximately two hours.  Participants will be compensated $150 for their time.

Interested respondents are invited to provide some preliminary information to the research team by filling out an online survey.
Those who qualify will be contacted directly with more details and to schedule interviews.

Please click the link below to be directed to the online survey, hosted by Survey Monkey. The survey should take about 10 minutes. All responses to the survey will be kept confidential by GfK, and only the immediate UX research team will have access to them.

https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/usabilityforblindandlv

Thank you for your interest in helping to make communication tools accessible and useable for all.

Sincerely,

Kirsten Jerch, Senior Lead UX Specialist, GfK UX Jessica Buttimer, Senior Research Director, GfK UX

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