Assistive technology and equipment

SSD has access to several different forms of assistive technology and equipment to ensure that Ë¿¹ÏÊÓÆµ University students with disabilities have an accessible and equitable academic experience. 

Read and Write

Read and Write is a web-based program with a similar desktop version. Both versions allow students to access their books and documents from anywhere. Read and Write software allows students to hear text read aloud. The software works with various document types including PDF, Word documents, EPUB, Google documents and other file formats. Available for both Mac and PC, Read and Write is available for all students with a Ë¿¹ÏÊÓÆµ email address. 

Non-visual desktop access (NVDA)

A free screen-reading software designed for use by blind and/or visually impaired students, this program works with popular web browsers such as Chrome and Firefox, various chat software, music players, Word, Excel and more. 

Narrator

Narrator is a built-in screen-reading application installed on all Windows operating systems.

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VoiceOver

VoiceOver is a built-in screen-reading application used by Mac operating systems and iPhones.

TalkBack

TalkBack is a built-in screen-reading application for Android phones.

Speech-to-text tools

Text-to-speech tools

Other tools

SSD maintains a robust and extensive array of technology that is available to students with authorized assistive technology accommodations. Contact SSD for more information.