Adaptive and Assistive Technology
Academic Supports
Contact Us
Accessibility Services
Lloydminster
sheena.parker@lakelandcollege.ca
780 871 5525
Contact Us
Accessibility Services
Vermilion
patricia.petty@lakelandcollege.ca
780 853 8538
Helpful hardware & software
Accessibility services can connect you with adaptive/assistive technology in one of
our specialized technology labs, or a workstation in the Commons.
The labs include both hardware and software. Check the drop downs for the technology available at Lakeland College.
Schedule an appointment with the accessibility coordinator on your campus to see if there's technology that will help you, and to learn how to use the equipment and or software.
Vermilion Lab - Room AL 204
To book an appointment, call Tricia Petty at 780 853 8438.
Lloydminster Lab – Room 2022
To book an appointment, call Sheena Parker at 780 871 5525.
JAWS for Windows is a powerful accessibility solution that reads information on your screen using synthesized speech.
JAWS provides many useful commands that make it easier to use programs, edit documents, and read web pages.
With a refreshable Braille display, JAWS can also provide Braille output in addition to, or instead of, speech.
For more information, visit the JAWS website.
ZoomText Magnifier is an advanced screen magnification program that enlarges and enhances everything on the computer screen.
The full range of magnification levels for this software is up to 36x.
For more information, visit the ZoomText Magnifier website.
The MyReader II video magnifier is an auto-reader for individuals with low vision.
For more information, visit the myReaderII website.
Large print keyboards with over-sized, bold print keys make keyboarding easier if you have low vision or mobility challenges.
Voice recognition software allows you to use your voice instead of typing.
It can be used to dictate text or give commands to the computer.
Text-to-speech software reads text aloud from web pages, documents, emails, and more.
Read&Write GOLD is a flexible literacy software solution that helps with reading, writing, studying, and research.
For more information, visit the Read&Write Gold website.
Kurzweil 3000 is an assistive learning tool featuring text-to-speech and study aids.
For more information, visit the Kurzweil Educational Systems website.