Alternate Media

Alternate media includes instructional materials (textbooks, articles, etc.) which are converted into accessible formats.  Alternate media allows students with disabilities to access standard print materials in a format that they can access, often with assistive technology, given the nature of their disability.

Examples of alternate media offered:

  • Digital texts (for use with Kurzweil 3000 or other screen readers)
  • Audiobooks
  • Otter AI (recording and live transcription software)
  • Large print
  • Braille
  • Tactile graphics

Student's fingers reading page of Braille text and an e-book with enlarged text

Procedures for Requesting Alternate Media:

  1. A DSPS accommodations specialist may provide an alternate media accommodation (such as Kurzweil, Braille, or large font texts), as part of the student’s Academic Accommodation Plan (AAP).
  2. A student with an Alternate Media accommodation, must request their alternate format by completing the Alternate Media Request Form each semester.  Proof of textbook purchase or ownership is required.
  3. Once the request is fulfilled, the DSPS Alternate Media Specialist will email the student.
  4. Students can request a one-on-one training with the Alternate Media Specialist for additional support in using the program.

DSPS Alternate Media Support
Candy Hipolito
(530) 661 – 2530
chipolito@yccd.edu


Assistive Technology

DSPS provides computer access, training, and support for students with disabilities.  Our staff is available to help with assistive technology (such as Otter AI, Kurzweil 3000, FM systems, audio recorders, etc.) and will work one-on-one with students who need additional support.

View our Student Resources page to learn about other resources and tools that are available to support students and improve accessibility.