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Many common software applications have built-in capabilities that can help to make digital content more accessible to students with disabilities. For example, most applications allow the user to modify the size, color, and style of the font, which can be useful for a student with low vision. Some applications also offer a text-to-speech feature. In addition, computer operating systems have accessibility features that allow the user to magnify the screen, change the size of icons, and adjust the way the mouse and keyboard react.
Microsoft (http://www.microsoft.com/enable/) and Apple (http://www.apple.com/accessibility/) both provide detailed online information about how to use the accessibility features in their operating systems and other products, as well as information about how these technologies can help students with disabilities.
Built into Google Apps are many free tools that students can access to support their learning. Students can navigate and edit their document with keyboard shortcuts, or turn on Screen Reader support to hear spoken feedback while typing or navigating through documents.
The Tools menu in Google Docs offers an easily accessible list to support writing, including instant access to spell check, research, voice typing, word definition, translation, a personal dictionary, and the Google Keep notepad.
Google Keep provides a free organization tool, accessible from any devices, that students can use to type notes, create task lists, and set reminders. Click here for a Google Keep Cheat Sheet.
Click here to Learn more about Google Accessibility Products and Features
Screen Reader for Visually the Impaired: Google Docs are designed to be accessible by everyone. Click here to learn how to use screen readers, Braille devices, and screen magnification on any device.
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