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Student Access and Accommodations

Request Alternate-Format Textbooks

Students whose disability interferes with their ability to effectively utilize standard print materials may be eligible to receive textbooks in alternative formats. Requesting textbooks in an alternative format can be a lengthy process. We will work to get texts in the format that works best for you, so please indicate preference if you have not already done so. However, most of the time because of the limited scope of audio textbooks for many of the core disciplines at LTU (math, architecture, engineering, etc.), finding audio versions can be very difficult and are often rare. We will at least try to find the student a PDF version of their requested textbook(s). Then if the student still wishes for audio they can put the PDFs in Kurzweil 3000 Text-to-Speech software (email stuaccess@ltu.edu for inquiry information about Kurzweil). If a textbook in alternative format is not available, you can bring your books to the Disability Services Office so we can cut the binding (if necessary), scan the book, and convert the book into electronic text. This conversion can take several days depending on the time of year (See Time Required section below).

» Eligibility

Eligibility for this accommodation is determined on a case-by-case basis, based on review of appropriate documentation. To request textbooks in alternative formats, students should contact the Disability Services Office at stuaccess@ltu.edu or 248-204-4100.

» Time Required

The time required to meet requests is dependent on the time of semester, the format requested, and the availability of materials. Students should notify the Disability Services Office of textbook requests at a reasonable time in advance of the start of the semester. The sooner the better since Disability Services accommodation memos will also be going out at the beginning of each semester. Ultimately, a delay in requesting accommodations may result in a delay in accommodations provided. Every effort will be made to meet late requests. Students are again encouraged to speak with the Disability Services Assistant prior to the end of the previous semester for assistance.

» Next Steps

Complete the following form and email it to stuaccess@ltu.edu.

» Contact Us

Phone: 248.204.4100
Email: stuaccess@ltu.edu

Location:
Office of the Dean of Students, Suite C405
A. Alfred Taubman Student Services Center, 4th floor

» Document Viewer

Use Your Cell Phone as a Document Camera in Zoom

  • What you will need to have and do
  • Download the mobile Zoom app (either App Store or Google Play)
  • Have your phone plugged in
  • Set up video stand phone holder

From Computer

Log in and start your Zoom session with participants

From Phone

  • Start the Zoom session on your phone app (suggest setting your phone to “Do not disturb” since your phone screen will be seen in Zoom)
  • Type in the Meeting ID and Join
  • Do not use phone audio option to avoid feedback
  • Select “share content” and “screen” to share your cell phone’s screen in your Zoom session
  • Select “start broadcast” from Zoom app. The home screen of your cell phone is now being shared with your participants.

To use your cell phone as a makeshift document camera

  • Open (swipe to switch apps) and select the camera app on your phone
  • Start in photo mode and aim the camera at whatever materials you would like to share
  • This is where you will have to position what you want to share to get the best view – but you will see ‘how you are doing’ in the main Zoom session.