File Formats For Low Vision and Print Disabilities
Digital doesn’t always mean accessible! Learn more about file formats for low vision and print disabilities for the classroom and beyond
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Reading and Writing
OCR Scanner Apps For Low Vision Students
A list of OCR scanner apps for low vision students, useful for extracting text that can be read out loud with text-to-speech or displayed in large print.
Using YuJa Panorama and Anthology Ally With Low Vision
How I use alternative formats menus like YuJa Panorama and Anthology Ally with low vision for accessing content in my online and hybrid college classes
Magnifying Glasses For Low Vision
Opening my desk drawer to share the magnifying glasses for low vision I have used over the years at home, school, college, and beyond
How I Listen To Textbooks With Low Vision
How I use tools like Amazon Alexa, text-to-speech, and other reading applications to access course readings and listen to textbooks with low vision
My Most-Used Keyboard Shortcuts For Academic Writing
Time saving keyboard shortcuts for academic writing and formatting papers in APA Style with Microsoft Word, a vital skill for students with visual impairments!
Dictation and Audio-Based Assistive Technology For Writing
(Mostly) free assistive technology for writing and audio-based resources that incorporate dictation and read aloud for auditory access
Designing Accessible Documents With Microsoft Word
A guide for how to create accessible documents for low vision and print disabilities with Microsoft Word, and how to make documents easier to read with assistive technology
Reading VitalSource eTextbooks With Low Vision
As a student with low vision that can’t read standard print, I rely on eTextbooks and accessibility settings like adjustable font sizes in order to access readings and required materials for my classes. Unlike physical textbooks that can be purchased from several dozen different sources…
E-Ink Displays and Low Vision Accessibility
I’ve been using eReaders to read books since I was in middle school, primarily using e-ink displays that mimic the appearance of paper and that don’t have distracting applications or features that take away my focus from reading. While I prefer e-ink displays from a…
Implementing Shared Folders For Online Classes
How to eliminate access barriers and create a bridge by converting course websites to shared folders for online classes, suitable for students with disabilities
Mainstream eReader Apps and Low Vision Accessibility
Details about popular eReader apps and low vision accessibility features available for each app, including font sizes, page colors, display customizations, and reading tools.