Accessibility Tools

Anthology Ally for LMS

Anthology Ally for LMS helps make digital course content more accessible by automatically providing alternative formats (such as semantic HTML, audio, ePub, and electronic Braille) and providing instructor feedback and guidance on fixing accessibility issues in a course.

Ally for LMS Help for Students
Ally for LMS Help for Instructors

WAVE accessibility checker

WAVE is a tool, by WebAIM, that helps authors make their web content more accessible to individuals with disabilities. WAVE can identify many accessibility and Web Content Accessibility Guideline (WCAG) errors, but also facilitates human evaluation of web content. Enter your site’s URL in the web checker or download the browser extension to get started.

Access WAVE or download the WAVE browser extension

Freedom Scientific Suite (JAWS/ZoomText)

JAWS (Job Access With Speech)

JAWS is a fully functional screen reader tailored for users who are blind or low vision. It provides speech output using high-quality voices as well as Braille display support for users who prefer tactile output. JAWS keyboard navigation enables users to fully control the Windows environment, including web browsing, document editing, and application use.

ZoomText

ZoomText is a screen magnification and reading software designed for users with low vision and users with reading disabilities. It offers screen magnification up to 60x with high-definition text; visual text enhancements to improve legibility; and AppReader and DocReader tools that read documents, web pages, and emails aloud, either within the original application or in a reformatted view for easier reading.

Fusion

Fusion combines the full capabilities of ZoomText and JAWS into a single integrated application. It is ideal for users with progressive vision loss or organizations serving individuals with a range of visual impairments. Key features include a single installer and license that activates both ZoomText and JAWS, seamless switching between magnification and screen reading modes, and unified support and training resources.