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The of the University of Maryland provides information about making computers and information technologies more accessible. Includes Microsoft Accessibility homepage. 

(Disabilities Opportunities Internetworking Technology) - College of Engineering/Computing & Communications, University of Washington - A program to increase opportunities for disabled young people to get involved in science and increase their options in life through the use of technology.

Formerly Recordings for the Blind and Dyslexic (RFB&D), offers membership to individuals with certified print disabilities. Provides access to the entire library of audio textbooks and literature titles for research and leisure reading. In November 2015, AFB AccessWorld magazine published an  about Learning Ally.

is dedicated to increasing access and acquisition of assistive technology for residents of the state of Georgia, but they also maintain a comprehensive website about assistive technology. Highlights include  helpful to those with specific disabilities and a .

explores free or low cost assistive technology for everyone.  

Electronic Book Readers – handheld, wireless reading devices that download anything you need to read (newspapers, magazines, books, etc.). Many also have screen-reading features. Examples include 

 “provides text-to-speech support tools that allow computer users to read and write independently. By making a computer speak any text with a human voice, text documents can be proofed out loud along with web pages, e-mails and any other text.” 

is a AI software that picks up context clues in your sentences to help with grammar and spell check

 is a brainstorming program that allows you to create papers in a concept map format first, then turn it directly into outline form, in order to write full paragraphs. You can also use it to outline book chapters or notes. 

will read text from most any Office document, including Word, Outlook, Excel, OneNote, and PowerPoint. 

provides free dictation software for multiple languages.

 smart pens record lectures while you write notes in a special notebook. The notes and recording are synced through the special notebook paper so that you do not have to listen to the entire lecture, but instead just the place in your notes you want to listen to. It is great for classes where computerized note-taking is difficult due to formulas, graphs, or drawings. The pen also syncs notes and recordings to your computer. See their website for a video demonstration. Remember to always ask for permission before audio recording anyone.

 is a widely used speech-to-text program. Write papers by dictating or saying out loud what you want to write. It is available for use in Fondren Library. Here is a 51°µÍø student testimonial for Dragon -- "This program is by far the best program for someone with Dyslexia. There is nothing better you can get!!! And if you are not dyslexic, it is a great program still; it will allow you to write faster than you ever could type."

 is an advanced spell-check, text reader, and homophone checker.

 is an advanced grammar checker 

Mac Office Word - offers a “notebook layout” under the view menu. This layout offers a record function that enables the Mac to record the lecture as you take notes. In addition the audio notes link to the lines of notes through “audio bookmarks” represented by a speaker symbol.

Mac Screen Reader (free on any Mac) – Use VoiceOver to read anything on your screen including PDFs, websites, emails, etc. 

Other screen readers – below is a list of programs available online to assist in text-to-speech conversions for most computers: 

allows you to download thousands of books and listen to them on your computer or portable music player. Membership is free to college students.

 - Free, public domain audiobooks

(Formerly Podiobooks)

is a Personal Coaching resource providing training for aspiring life skills coaches and a database to find a coach of your own.

helps people with disabilities: Search for jobs, add resume.

is the leading source of free, expert, and confidential guidance on workplace accommodations and disability employment issues. Working toward practical solutions that benefit both employer and employee, JAN helps people with disabilities enhance their employability, and shows employers how to capitalize on the value and talent that people with disabilities add to the workplace. Phone: (800)526-7234 (Voice);(877)781-9403 (TTY)

at the University of Washington helps with planning careers including ADA information.

(ODEP).

offers explanations and examples of reasonable accommodations for employers and educators.

Science careers and internships with the

collects and shares data about employment and employers in the USA, including about people with disabilities.

 is committed to inclusivity and expanding opportunities for diverse talents, including job seekers with disabilities.

Since 1995, has been at the epicenter of disability diversity, equity and inclusion growth and innovation.

maintains a list of career resources for individuals with disabilities.

provides programs and services that educate, employ and empower children and adults with disabilities.

is a partnership between the National Science Foundation (NSF) and the University of Washington aiming to increase the participation of people with disabilities in computing fields.

is a health resource for women including those with disabilities

is dedicated to the advancement of knowledge about human development, developmental disabilities, and neurodegenerative diseases.

has collected their favorite resources about disability and higher education into this clearinghouse.

is comprehensive, providing online access to information and resources for people with disabilities. Provides access to disability-related information and programs available across the government on numerous subjects, including civil rights, education, employment, housing, health, income support, technology, transportation, and community life.

information page.

outlines a number of programs and services.

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(SATH)

- Access for All!

Disability-related blogs at .

: A communications clearinghouse providing journalists credible information
and quotable sources on national disability policy and independent living issues. 

: Disability News, Information, and Resources

 creates opportunities for independence for people with disabilities through research, education, and consultation.

: Disability history, culture, art, and media

, is a Washington, D.C.-based organization positioned to serve people with disabilities in the manner of AARP; group insurance options available, in addition to a collective national voice for the community, by the community. 

, a division of North Carolina State University's College of Design, started through the vision of the late Ron Mace, FAIA, named one of the 100 Most Influential People in North Carolina in the 20th Century by the News & Observer in August of 1999. His vision was "designing for all ages and abilities throughout the lifespan" and it is now being talked about in educational circles, as well as embraced world-wide by designers of all kinds

, based in Washington, D.C., works with the President and Congress to increase the inclusion, independence, and empowerment of all Americans with disabilities. 

(Self-Advocates Becoming Empowered, USA) - national self-advocacy group for people with cognitive disabilities.

, part of the Department of Disability and Human Development at the University of Illinois at Chicago is an academic, professional and educational organization committed to developing theoretical and practical knowledge about disability and to promoting the full and equal participation of disabled people in society.

is an international organization that does research on disability issues. Started by Ed Roberts, another MacArthur Genius Award winner and Judy Heumann, former Under-Secretary of the US Department of Education who is now heading the World Bank's efforts to include disability issues in international development planning.

 supports and promotes disabled artists around the world and the development of disability culture through artistic expression.