Workplace And Day-To-Day Tips



Suggestion?

Departments and units should contact Facilities Management to request accessibility improvements to their areas.

  • Both Windows and Apple operating systems come with built in screen magnifiers already installed on your computer. Office of Accessibility has a site license available to install JAWS text-to-speech and Zoomtext software on your work computer.

  • iPads have text-to-speech, zooming, font enlargement, and color contrast accessories that can be activated to assist you.

  • Digital recorders are a handy portable means of making notes. Mobile phones also have notes and voice memo applications to assist with this task.

  • Label file folders with different colors of labels.

  • Technology training is offered by the Office of Accessibility.

Classroom Tips

  • To help eliminate cheating on tests, use a fully sighted proctor. Also, utilize different forms of the test.

  • Adjust the environment as needed. For example, if glare is a problem, use a cloth on your podium to eliminate it. Also, you can adjust the lighting to meet your needs by having a portable light with you or adjusting the screen on your computer or tablet.

  • Require students to submit all assignments in an accessible electronic format.