What is alternate media?

Alternate media is defined as instructional materials, textbooks, college publications, and/or library materials in formats accessible and usable by individuals with print disabilities. Examples of accessible formats are MP3 audio, Read Write, large print, Braille, captioning, and e-text.

Alternate Media Services will only be provided to students who have a verified disability and whose disability-related functional limitations prevent them from reading regular print.

Types of alternate media

  • Learning Ally
  • Read Write
  • E-text for screenreader
  • Audiobook (MP3, CD)
  • Braille
  • Enlargement

You should plan for your alternate media needs as soon as you register for classes.

Once approved for alternate media services, students may check the status of their textbooks/materials by emailing or making an appointment in person or via zoom with our Alternate Media Services staff below:

SensusAccess

You can also open the SensusAccess conversion form in a new page if the embedded form does not work in your browser.