Video Conferencing for Screen Reader Users
Difficulties encountered in physical meetings are often amplified when meeting online. Fortunately, software-based meetings, such as Zoom video conferencing, can be made accessible for screen reader users.
However, there are practical measures that can help provide a more equitable and accessible work environment when online.
Guides
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Tips for Accessible Online Meetings
Meetings are easier if an agenda and papers are distributed beforehand.
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Zoom Meetings and JAWS
Instructions on how to join and navigate Zoom meetings using JAWS.
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Zoom Meetings and NVDA
Instructions on how to join and navigate Zoom meetings using NVDA.
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Accessible Images
Use the decision making flowchart to make images accessible.
Related Information
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Using the Student Portal with JAWS
Blind Students' Guide to using the Student Portal.
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Using Discovery with JAWS
Blind Students' Guide to using Discovery Search with JAWS.
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Using TurnItIn with JAWS
Accessibility statement regarding TurnItIn.
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Blind Students' Guide for Academics
If writing on a whiteboard, read out as much of what you are writing as feasible and practical.
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Video Conferencing for Hearing Impaired Staff
Software-based meetings, such as Zoom video conferencing, are particularly difficult for staff members who have hearing impairments.