Semantic Markup
Semantic Markup is a term used to describe something used in coding with HTML that is concerned with clear use of elements such as paragraph tags, header tags, form tags, table tags, etc. All of these elements clearly define their content. For example, using CSS and semantic markup, you can keep the markup and visual appearance/design of your page seperate.
Section 508-Accessibility
Section 508-Accessibility is Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 that requires Federal agencies to make their electronic information technology accessible to people with disabilities.
SEO-Search Engine Optimization
SEO or Search Engine Optimization is a “marketing discipline” who’s goal is to grow visibility in non-paid search engine results. SEO incorporates technical and creative elements. Search engines are the primary navigation method used so it is important to impliment SEO.
How Are They Related?
Semantic markup, Section 508-Accessibility and SEOs are all components of good websites. Although, Section 508 is law and Semantic markup is not, they are still important to incorporate into every website. If a website incorporates these attributes, it will be accessible by everyone.
References
“What is Semantic Markup, and Why Would I Want to Use That?” Html- What is Semantic Markup, and Why Would I Want to Use That?- Stack Overflow. N.p., n.d. Web. 9 Dec. 2016.
“Section 508 Law and Related Laws and Policies.” Section 508 Law and Related Laws and Policies. Section508.gov. N.p., n.d., Web 9 Dec 2016.
“SEO: The Beginner’s Guide to Search Engine Optimization from Moz.” Moz. N.p., 2014. Web. 9 Dec 2016.