The Accessibility Toolkit: Tools at Your Fingertips!
Oct 28, 2025 - Oct 28, 2025
1 credit
Full course description
Term: Fall 2025
Date: October 28th, 2025
Time: 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Location: University Mall 2104 (Directions) & Zoom
Instructor: De Harman
Presented By: Technology-enhanced Learning and Online Strategies (TLOS) & Acessible Technologies (AT)
Description:
Curious what accessibility tools your students already have access to and how to help them use them? In this fast-paced session, we’ll explore the top tools Virginia Tech recommends for supporting learning in any course format. From alternative formats in Ally to reading, writing, and STEM supports like Read&Write, EquatIO, and OrbitNote, you’ll get hands-on exposure to each tool and ideas for introducing them to your students right away. We’ll also briefly cover powerful tools available in limited licenses, including JAWS, ZoomText, and Genio. Walk away with practical, ready-to-use tips for making your course more accessible tomorrow.