Assistive Technology

Software available in all of our libraries

• Inspiration (mind mapping software)
• Read and Write GOLD
• Zoomtext magnification software

Software available in the Assistive Technology Room (ASSL)

• Inspiration (mind mapping software)
• Read and Write GOLD
• Zoomtext magnification software
• JAWS screen reading
• Kurzweil 1000 scanning software
• ABBY FineReader (OCR software for use with a scanner)

Software available in the private study room (ASSL)

• Dragon Naturally Speaking

For further information, visit the Nuance: getting started with Dragon website

• Inspiration (mind mapping software)
• Read and Write GOLD
• ABBY FineReader  (OCR software for use with a scanner)

We can provide overviews of the above software. Please contact us for an appointment.

Equipment for use in the library:

• Scanners
• Study space with height adjustable tables
• Ergonomic chairs
• Mini keyboards and keyboard overlays
• Ergonomic and vertical mice 
• Writing slopes and book holders
• CCTV magnifiers
• Portable magnifiers
• Magnifying sheets
• Coloured paper for photocopying and printing
• Coloured overlays

We can arrange for the above equipment to be made available in the library where you need it.  Please contact us for an appointment to discuss.

Equipment available for loan:

• Laptops
• Digital recorders

Please contact us for an appointment to discuss.