Alternative Format Materials

Alternative Formats and Electronic Text (E-Text)

Students with print related disabilities may request textbooks in an alternative format such as Braille, Large Print, or an electronic format compatible with screen readers or text-to-speech software. Students who require alternative format materials should complete the standard accommodation request process and be sure to request their required formats. Once approved as an accommodation, students will be coached to submit requests for alternative formats or e-text materials by completing the Electronic Text Request form.

Students are encouraged to submit their request form as soon as possible because it may take multiple weeks to obtain the accessible materials, which is dependent on the availability of the book and publisher response times. In the event an electronic version of text is unavailable, DSS will plan to purchase the book, cut the binding, and scan it into an appropriate format. This process is labor intensive and may delay materials. When manual scanning is required, DSS will make effort to provide the most urgent materials first, and work ahead of your scheduled reading requirements as soon as possible. As a result, we will ask for a copy of your syllabus in order to meet your needs in a timely manner. DSS will notify the student by email with instructions to access electronic versions of their textbooks once they are available.