[uf-discuss] Expanding the abbr pattern: thoughts

[James Craig]

Absalom Media wrote:

> Obviously, if we're going to run with ISO8601, we need to include the
> dashes as JAWS does read it better (which may require the usetitle
> solution).
>
> Any feedback on what would be an adequate common ground for this issue
> as I want to start developing ?

While ISO 8601 is the right choice, reading it to a screen reader in  
any form is unacceptable. We're working on test of alternatives to  
the abbr-design-pattern for machine data. I encourage you to contribute:

http://microformats.org/wiki/assistive-technology-abbr-results

In the meantime, I would suggest using your best judgement with  
implementation.

James