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Services for Persons with Disabilities: Assistive Equipment & Software

This guide describes services and resources in the MIT Libraries for persons with disabilities.

Accessibility at the MIT Libraries

We aim to serve everyone in the MIT community, including those with disabilities. We partner with other MIT offices to provide equitable access to our collections, services, and facilities.

Computer equipment in Barker and Dewey Libraries

Available equipment and software

Both Barker (10-500) and Dewey (E53-100) Libraries have the following:

  • Alternative keyboards: Microsoft Natural Keyboard Pro & Goldtouch Keyboard.
  • Kurzweil 1000 and 3000 scan and read software: Scans printed material and reads it out loud - headphones are available at the library service desks.
  • JAWS software: Reads computer text (both computer application commands and web pages) out loud - headphones are available at the library service desks.
  • ZoomText software: Magnifies text and graphics on the computer screen from two to sixteen times bigger.

MIT assistive technology options

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