Guidance for navigating D2L with JAWS screen reader software
Software
The links below list downloadable software and other vendors that offer products to help students access class material.
- CAST Universal Design for Learning
CAST is a non-profit organization that works to expand learning opportunities for all individuals, especially those with disabilities, through the research and development of innovative, technology-based educational resources and strategies.
- Freedom Scientific
Freedom Scientific offers assistive and adaptive technology for individuals who are blind, have low vision or learning disabilities.
- ReadPlease
ReadPlease offers text-to-speech software for Windows-based operating systems. ReadPlease 2003 is a free downloadable system.
- Learning Ally (Formerly RFB&D - Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic)
Learning Ally, a nonprofit volunteer organization, is the nation's educational library serving people who cannot effectively read standard print because of visual impairment, dyslexia or other physical disability.
- BookShare.Org
BookShare.Org is an online community that enables people with visual and other print disabilities to share scanned books. This is a clearinghouse where readers can legally share their scanned books and download from its collection. Click on the "Join" link to get started.
