TCC Library: Accessibility

Accessibility in the Library

Software: ZoomText 9.1

• ZoomText controls are available in the upper-left corner of the Windows logon screen so students can magnify the display while entering their username and password. However, these settings are not persistent.

• Once logged on, students have to launch ZoomText again and configure it as desired. Again, the shortcut to launch ZoomText controls is in the upper-left corner. In this case, the settings should persist until log off.

• Features: ZoomText can increase the size of all buttons, icons and text on the screen. It also lets you reverse the colors on screen (i.e. displaying light-colored text on a dark background). Finally, it will convert the text on the screen into synthesized speech.

Equipment & furniture

Kurzweil Reader

• The Reading Edge is in the Group Media Room.

• The Kurzweil Reader is a device that scans documents, turns the scanned images into text and then outputs the text via Braille or synthesized speech.

 Adjustable Workstations

• There are three adjustable computer workstations in the library. Two are located in the row of computers outside the CAL LAB (Room 7-2), and the other one is located in the Main Stacks area.

• An electronic switch on the left-hand side of each desk will raise and lower the monitor, keyboard and mouse.

• Students with disabilities have priority access to these three workstations, but other students are also allowed to use them. If you need to use one of these workstations and it's occupied by a non-disabled student, please notify a librarian.

• If additional assistance is needed, please ask a librarian.

Access Services at TCC

Access Services

Located in Building 7, near the Advising and Counseling Center, is the office for Access Services. There, you can find accommodations depending on individual circumstances

Free Assistive Technology

Also consider the many free assistive technology options online that are outlined in the document below.