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Accessibility

The Library, Archives & Media Center provides a variety of equipment, software and services in support of the research needs of individuals with disabilities.

Accessibility Resource Room – LI 128

The accessibility resource room is available any time the library is open and may be used without limitation by students who reserve the room.

To reserve the room, go to https://smcm.libcal.com/reserve/ada

The resource room contains the following equipment:

  • ADA computer workstation with 24″ monitor
  • Combination headphones/microphone
  • Optelec ClearView+ 24″ Full HD Speech
  • hp scanjet 8200 scanner
  • Landline telephone

The workstation features the following specialized software (not available on other SMCM public computers):

  • Kurzweil 3000: Creates spoken-word files from scanned text which are DAISY compatible.
    • Kurzweil 3000 Knowledge Guide

The Office of Accessibility Services also recommends the following free text-to-speech and screen reader software:

  • Free Text to Speech Options
  • Free Dictation (speech to text) options

 

Daisy Players

DAISY players are available at the circulation desk for a standard two-week loan which can be extended up to one whole semester. DAISY files can be used to place bookmarks, search by line or chapter, and change the speaker’s speed without distorting or changing the pitch of the voice.

Research Databases

Several of our databases include the ability to audibly recite articles. Users can adjust the reading speed and have the software highlight the on-screen as it is read. Users can also download MP3 files of these articles.

Other

Staff at the Library’s Circulation Desk can assist in producing large-print photocopies at no charge to users. Assistance retrieving library materials from shelves can also be provided.

Questions?

Still have questions about accessibility accommodations at the Library? Ask at the Circulation Desk or Reference Desk, or Ask a Librarian online. Additional information about accessibility accommodations at St. Mary’s is available through the Office of Accessibility Services.

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