Tools

(6 classifications) (15 resources)

Assistive technologies

Subject Classifications
Auditory interpretation (17)
Information and resource management tools (3)
Mobility aids (1)
Reading Tools (3)
Speech interpretation (2)
Visual/textual interpretation (13)

Resources

This document from the Global Initiative for Inclusive ICTs (G3ict) provides a roadmap with nine steps that aim to ensure that technology in classrooms works for all learners, including those with disabilities and impairments. Educators from all levels can use this resource to inform the integration of accessible information and communication...
This video, provided by the Described and Captioned Media Program, is the second in a four-part series titled Accessible Learning Across the Lifespan. The series is dedicated to guiding instructional, website, and program designers in proactively creating accessible learning and work environments for individuals with disabilities. During the video,...
This resource, from the DO-IT (Disabilities, Opportunities, Internetworking, and Technology) website, is a list of products for making science activities more accessible to all students. Products include measuring devices, talking equipment, stirring and filling devices, non-slip mats, tactile image creation, magnifying devices, and more.
Georgia Tech's Center for Inclusive Design and Innovation (CIDI) focuses on "the promotion of technological innovation and development of user-centered research, products, and services for individuals with disabilities." On this website, readers can browse CIDI's research portfolio, learn about upcoming trainings, and check out their full service ...
This 11-page guide from the Center for Online Education highlights the ways in which students with disabilities can navigate higher education in the United States. The document outlines legal rights for students with disabilities; explains where and how to find assistance on campus; and provides a list of websites, apps, and software resources...
This website provides information about the Department of Defense Computer/Electronics Accommodations Program (CAP). CAP "... provides assistive technology and accommodations to support individuals with disabilities and wounded, ill, and injured service members throughout the Federal Government in accessing information and communication technology."...
EquatIO is a software that allows users to create math equations, scientific formulas, and graphs. There are options to input equations using speech recognition, typing, or handwritten via a touchscreen or mouse pointer. EquatIO also has a screenshot reader to recognize math expressions in image format. Users can try EquatIO for free and can...
This resource center, curated by the National Federation of the Blind, provides accessibility information for colleges and universities. Information on accessible technology, standards and guidelines, legal rights of disabled students, digital accessibility planning, higher education best practices, and much more are provided. Links to related...
This website provides information on "everything related to accessibility and Apple devices." The website is divided into the following categories: Accessibility Apps, Accessories, Videos & Podcasts, Resources, and Contact. The Accessibility Apps category includes information about and links to download accessibility apps for Apple products. This...
Microsoft offers step-by-step instructions and best practices for making your PowerPoint presentations accessible to people with disabilities on any operating system. You will learn, for example, how to add alt texts to images so that people using screen readers are able to listen to what the image is all about. You'll also learn how to use the...
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