Universal Design for Learning Tools
Snap&Read
Reading and Text Annotation tool for Google Chrome, iPad that can cover the most diverse reading needs. It reads both accessible and inaccessible text aloud, levels vocabulary, translates text, and includes outline note-taking and research assistance. Available to All APS students
Co:Writer
Co:Writer Universal: uses grammar- and vocabulary-smart word prediction, translation support, and speech recognition to help students who struggle with ideas and spelling when writing. Available to All APS students
Don Johnston's Learning Academy
Bookshare: Access the largest library of textbooks, bestsellers, children's books, career resources, and more for people with reading barriers.
Customize your reading experience with ebooks in audio, audio + highlighted text, braille, large font, and other formats. Available to qualifying students
How do I use these tools?
Canvas Courses to help Support UDL Resources and learn how to log into Snap&Read, Co:writer and Bookshare.org
Log into: my.aps.edu
Choose Canvas
Click on the Courses icon on the left-hand side of the screen (the third icon down under the red APS logo)
Scroll down and click on the words "all courses".
Click "Browse More Courses" in the top right of the screen.
Look for the following course titles and click "Join":
Bookshare Accessible Library for Print DisabilIties
Universal Design Tools for Reading Technology Course- Snap & Read
UDL Tools for Struggling Writers- Co:Writer Universal