Accessing Online Readings For College Classes
Tips for accessing online readings in college, including adjusting font sizes and removing distractions like ads. I use these strategies every week as a visually impaired student!
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How I Keep Track Of My Schedule With Low Vision
tips and strategies to keep class schedules and meetings organized using digital calendars for students with visual impairments, from a PhD student with low vision
How To Use Guided Access For Testing And Exams
As a student with low vision who uses a personal iPad for classes, I find it easier to use my own device when I am taking exams or other proctored assignments because my device is already configured with the accessibility settings I use every day.…
How To Use VoiceOver With Low Vision on iPad
Helpful features for learning to use VoiceOver with low vision on an iPad, and tips for pairing VoiceOver with large print and visual access
Typo Protection and Typosquatting: Online Safety Tips For Low Vision
Strategies for typo protection, typosquatting prevention, and other high-impact online safety tips for low vision and blind users, especially those with dysgraphia
Building Identification: College O&M
Shortly before my second year of college, I received a few orientation and mobility lessons for learning how to navigate with low vision and a blindness cane. These lessons were helpful for learning general travel skills, but I noticed they didn’t get into specifics about…
Computer Mice and Mouse Alternatives For Low Vision
As I type this post, I currently have six different computer mice and mouse alternatives within a five-foot radius of my desk that can be used to access information on my computer and/or tablet. These are a mix of mainstream technology devices, specialty devices designed…
Accessing Online Readings For College Classes
Tips for accessing online readings in college, including adjusting font sizes and removing distractions like ads. I use these strategies every week as a visually impaired student!
Global Accessibility Awareness Day: Activity Ideas for Students
Free activity ideas for Global Accessibility Awareness Day that teach students about disability, assistive technology, and digital accessibility
Teach Kids About Low Vision and Assistive Technology: Free Resources
Learn about low vision and assistive technology with the help of free resources and activity ideas, curated by an assistive technology specialist with low vision
Using The Disability Services Testing Center With Low Vision
All about the Disability Services testing center and what to expect when using disability accommodations for testing in college, from a student with low vision
My Favorite Free Fonts For Print Disabilities
A list of free fonts for print disabilities, including the best fonts for low vision readability with serif and sans-serif options
Virginia SOL Test Accommodations For Low Vision
What to know about Virginia Standards of Learning SOL test accommodations for low vision students, from a student with low vision that uses large print