Assistive technology (AT) includes software, hardware, and specialized equipment designed to ensure equitable access to resources by offering alternative ways for individuals to interact with computers and written materials.
AT supports individuals who experience challenges with speaking, walking, remembering, seeing, hearing, learning, and other daily functions. Because each person’s needs are unique, different types of assistive technology are used to address specific challenges.
The Assistive Technology (AT) Lab at Folsom Lake College offers the following services to eligible students with disabilities:
- Training on adaptive hardware and software
- Access to computers for testing accommodations
We encourage students to explore a variety of resources that are available to help you access academic materials. Folsom Lake College provides students with access to a variety of assistive software and hardware on campus. Remember that some of these accommodations require that you have been provided specific accommodations by DSPS. View the Accessibility & Digital Security Guide for more information.
Canvas Accessibility
Canvas is the online learning portal for Folsom Lake College. Some students with disabilities will encounter challenges navigating the web portal. If you're finding that reading, navigating, and understanding content within Canvas is difficult, please make an appointment with the Assistive Technology Specialist. DSPS recommends that students utilize NVDA, a free screen reader, to navigate through Canvas and access their academic content.
Available Software
Document Reader or Text-to-Speech Software
Document reader software reads aloud sections of documents and highlights the words as it reads.
Screen Reader Software
Screen reader software reads aloud everything on the computer screen to the user, making the computer fully functional without the monitor and mouse.
Screen Magnification Software
Screen magnification software that enlarges the computer screen information similar to using a magnifying glass.
Speech Recognition and Dictation Software
Speech recognition and dictation software are designed to fully utilize the computer through speech.
Hardware Available Inside AT Office
The Assistive Technology Office offers a variety of hardware and devices available for students to use.
- Specialized mice and keyboards
- CCTV document magnifier with Speech
- Scanners
- Closed circuit televisions (CCTVs) - Devices that enlarge printed materials through the use of a TV camera and monitor.
- Digital voice recorders
- Livescribe Smartpens (Echo)
- Magnifiers
Training Sessions
- First step for students to receive additional training
- Assess technology ability and provide resources
- Assistive Technology Office resources and rules overview
- For students with low vision
- Enlarges documents
- Changes text and background colors
- ZoomText (screen enlargement/magnification)
- Document reader software
- For students with learning disabilities
- Reads aloud various document formats: Word, PDF, etc.
- Records lectures as you take notes
- Notetaking skills
- Provides access to recorded lectures with AI-generated notes and summaries
- Supports students with learning disabilities and attention challenges
- Allows students to review content at their own pace and reinforce understanding
Contact
Khoa Vo
Alternate Media Design Specialist
AltMedia@flc.losrios.edu
(916) 608-6666
Location
Main Folsom campus
Aspen Hall FL1-108 (Center For Excellence)