Assistive Technology

The library provides the following equipment and software to reduce or eliminate barriers, and increase independence for people with disabilities.

All library research computers:

• JAWS (version 5.10.382) - reads electronic text aloud
• ZoomText - magnifies the computer screen

One designated PC workstation - east wall in the reference area:

• OpenBook (version 5.0) and scanner - converts scanned text to electronic text and reads text aloud.

Closed-circuit television (CCTV) - east wall in the reference area:

• Text enlarger for books and other print materials.

Windows accessibility options: All PC workstations are equipped with text magnifiers, narrators and online keyboards accessible from the Start menu under the “All Programs” > "Accessibility" link.

Students who need assistive technology software training should contact the Office of Disability Services at 206-587-4183 (Voice or TTY).