Assistive Software and Equipment
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Assistive Technology Lab/Adams Library
The Assistive Technology Lab is designed to provide students with disabilities access to information with the use of adaptive devices. This lab is located across from the reserve desk in the Adams Library which is accessible during normal library hours of operation.
Hardware
- 4 Dell OptiPlex Desktops – Windows 10
- 4 Dell 22" Widescreen High-Definition LCD Flat Panel Display
- 1 Dell Network Printer
- Voyager XL VisualTex
- 3 Epson V750 Perfection Scanners
- 1 Epson Perfection 4490 Scanner
- 1 Clearview Optelec Enlarger
At-Lab Additional Installs
- Magic
- Jaws
- Dragon Naturally Speaking
- Kurzweil Firefly Personal Reader
Please Note: Equipment availability varies and access to the above requires registration with the Center for Disability Access and referral to the Assistive Technology Lab.
Center for Disability Access
The following equipment is available for students to borrow from the Center for Disability Access:
- FM System Assistive Listening Devices (for hearing impaired)
- Digital Voice Recorders with USB cable for transferring recordings to a computer
- MP3 Players for audio books
- Dell Latitude E-Family laptop computers are available, on a limited basis, for testing and/or classroom accommodations.
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Questions?
James P. Adams Library
The James P. Adams Library provides students and faculty with the services necessary to support and improve instruction and learning consistent with the educational programs of the College.
- emailreference@ric.edu
- phone401-456-8126
- placeJames P. Adams Library
Center for Disability Access
Facilitate access and inclusion for students with disabilities at Rhode Island College.
- emaildsc@ric.edu
- phone401-456-2776
- placeGaige Hall 320