Accessible Course Documents

For students with print-related disabilities, course materials must be provided in a format which they can access and use effectively. There are a variety of format options. No one format works for every student who needs an accessible format.

Several factors must be considered when determining appropriate accessible formats for each student. For example:

• A student who is blind may use one or multiple formats for course materials such as braille, RTF, Microsoft Word©, or accessible PDF. 
• Students who have reading disabilities or ADHD might use materials in formats such as text-based PDF, Microsoft Word© format, ePub with audio.

The CEA works with each student individually to identify the format that will be most effective and appropriate, based on the student's needs and technology he/she uses.

Braille,  Accessible Digital Text

• Students with printed-related disabilities may need materials in an accessible format (e.g. braille, audio, or text with audio).
• Digital file does not equate to accessible file. 
• To access such materials, students may need to use technology such as special hardware, apps on an iPad or iPhone, or special software on their PC/Mac. 
• The CEA Document Conversion Lab converts textbooks at the request of the student.
• The CEA Document Conversion Lab can provide guidance and assistance to instructors regarding conversion of other course materials. Please contact the CEA Document Conversion Lab Manager, the Access Coordinator - AT, or the Associate Director - AT at cealab@uark.edu.

Large print handouts/tests

• Students with printed-related disabilities may need tests and handouts provided in a specific font face and size.
• Please consult with the student regarding their specific needs.
• The CEA Document Conversion Lab can provide guidance and assistance to instructors regarding conversion of tests and/or other course materials. Please contact the CEA Document Conversion Lab Manager, the Access Coordinator - AT, or the Associate Director-AT at cealab@uark.edu.

Color overlays or colored paper used

• Students with printed-related disabilities may need plastic colored overlays or colored paper in order for the printed materials to be accessible to the students.
• The color overlays or colored paper may provide reduced glare, or text may appear legible to the user.
• As specific colors may be necessary, please consult with the student regarding their specific needs.