Here are the mainstream devices I use as assistive technology for low vision that make up the college “technology toolbox” that I use for classes and assignments

Tips for creating accessible flashcards for low vision students, including resources for physical flashcards and digital flashcards

Ad-free background sounds and ambient audio for vision breaks, classroom music, studying, and relaxation. Includes options with keyboard shortcuts and low vision accessibility features

A list of accessibility strategies for accessing the news with assistive technology for individuals with visual impairments, inclusive of low vision/blind/CVI

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

(Mostly) free assistive technology for writing and audio-based resources that incorporate dictation and read aloud for auditory access

Mostly free audio resources and history podcasts for students, great for teaching students with visual impairments and auditory learners

(Mostly) free art resources for visually impaired students, including podcasts, audio artwork, and ideas for accessible art lessons

Many of my friends speak two or more languages, and enjoy teaching me how to say various words and phrases in other languages. Sometimes, these lead to me learning something useful, while other times my friends seem to have fun teaching me random slang words…

While many people associate assistive technology with specialized devices that are expensive or hard to find, many mainstream technology devices have started supporting accessibility features and built-in assistive technology that can make specialty tools more financially and publicly accessible for all. Smart speakers primarily uses…

Ten non-traditional/weird things I brought to college that have really helped me

In math and statistics classes, instructors often provide students with a formula sheet that contains equations, tables, and other helpful definitions that students can refer to during assignments and exams. As a student with low vision that primarily accesses information visually, a lot of these…