{"id":14927,"date":"2026-02-20T17:22:11","date_gmt":"2026-02-20T22:22:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/disability\/?page_id=14927"},"modified":"2026-04-01T01:35:09","modified_gmt":"2026-04-01T05:35:09","slug":"p9","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/disability\/started\/webinar\/p9\/","title":{"rendered":"DAI Information Session for 2026-2027 (9)"},"content":{"rendered":"<section class=\"cl-wrapper cl-hero-wrapper\"><div class=\"cl-hero fullwidth   cl-has-accessibility-controls\"><div class=\"cl-hero-proper\"><div class=\"overlay\"><div class=\"block\"><h1>Accessibility:<\/h1><p>Assistive Technology @ URI<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"still\" style=\"background-image:url(https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/disability\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/797\/DAI-AT.jpeg);background-position:49% 50%;\"><\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-controls-container\"><div class=\"cl-accessibility-controls\"><div class=\"cl-accessibility-icon\" title=\"Accessibility controls\">Accessibility controls<\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control cl-accessibility-motion-control cl-accessibility-control-hidden\"><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-default\"><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-button\" title=\"Pause motion\">Pause motion<\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-label\">Motion: <span class=\"cl-accessibility-syntax\">On<\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-alternate\"><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-button\" title=\"Play motion\">Play motion<\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-label\">Motion: <span class=\"cl-accessibility-syntax\">Off<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control cl-accessibility-contrast-control\"><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-default\"><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-button\" title=\"Increase text contrast\">Increase text contrast<\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-label\">Contrast: <span class=\"cl-accessibility-syntax\">Standard<\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-alternate\"><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-button\" title=\"Reset text contrast\">Reset text contrast<\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-control-label\">Contrast: <span class=\"cl-accessibility-syntax\">High<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-system-setting\"><div class=\"cl-accessibility-toggle\" title=\"Apply my preferences site-wide\"><\/div><div class=\"cl-accessibility-toggle-label\">Apply site-wide<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n\n\n<p class=\"fullwidth\">At the University of Rhode Island, assistive technology (AT) is an important part of how students with disabilities access academic content and participate fully in the learning environment. AT tools help students with reading, writing, note-taking, organization, communication, and managing course materials. DAI works with students to identify, approve, and implement the technology that best supports each student\u2019s documented needs. Approved AT is connected to a student\u2019s accommodation plan, and its use is supported through training and ongoing support from the DAI team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center fullwidth\">Core Assistive Tools Available<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"656\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/disability\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/797\/webinar-at-1024x656.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15197\" srcset=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/disability\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/797\/webinar-at-1024x656.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/disability\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/797\/webinar-at-300x192.jpg 300w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/disability\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/797\/webinar-at-768x492.jpg 768w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/disability\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/797\/webinar-at-1536x984.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/disability\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/797\/webinar-at-2048x1312.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/disability\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/797\/webinar-at-364x233.jpg 364w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/disability\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/797\/webinar-at-500x320.jpg 500w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/disability\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/797\/webinar-at-1000x640.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/disability\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/797\/webinar-at-1280x820.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/disability\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/797\/webinar-at-2000x1281.jpg 2000w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/disability\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/797\/webinar-at.jpg 2400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Dictation &amp; Speech-to-Text<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"fullwidth\">All URI students have access to products that support speech-to-text that help with writing and productivity, including<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list fullwidth\">\n<li><em>Microsoft Word dictation<\/em>, built into the Office 365 suite provided to all students<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Google Docs Voice Typing<\/em>, available through add-ons in the Google Workspace platform<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"fullwidth\">These tools allow spoken words to be converted directly into typed text, which can help students who have difficulties with writing or fine motor tasks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Note-Taking Support<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"fullwidth\">For students who need support capturing lecture content, DAI provides access to Genio (formerly Glean). The platform records lectures and creates searchable transcripts, lets students take notes while listening, and allows students to upload slides (when provided) and link recordings to specific content segments.  Genio helps students adjust to college-style lecture formats where material is presented at a faster pace and with less built-in summary than many high school classes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Text-to-Speech<\/strong> &amp; Reading Supports<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"fullwidth\">URI provides multiple ways for students to have text read aloud, which can be especially helpful for reading dense material or navigating unfamiliar learning platforms, especially for those with processing, visual, or reading-related needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list fullwidth\">\n<li>ReadSpeaker<strong> <\/strong>in Brightspace, which allows course content in Brightspace to be read aloud<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>ReadSpeaker Web Upload allows students to upload their own files, including textbooks and PDFs, to access read-aloud functionality<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center fullwidth\">These tools are available campus-wide and benefit many students, whether or not they are officially registered with DAI, as part of an accessible learning environment.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Live Auto-Captions &amp; Video Captioning<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list fullwidth\">\n<li>Live auto-captions are available for one-on-one meetings and many meetings across campus to support students with hearing or processing needs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For course recordings, many faculty use Panopto, which can generate captions for pre-recorded lectures and multimedia content. These captioning features help ensure that video and audio course materials are more accessible to students with diverse learning needs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center fullwidth\">How Assistive Technology Fits Into Accommodations<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Assistive technology accommodations are part of the interactive accommodation process at URI. To access AT through DAI, students must engage in DAI&#8217;s three-step interactive process.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-half_column is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"168\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/disability\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/797\/webinar-process-500x168.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15652\" style=\"width:500px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/disability\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/797\/webinar-process-500x168.jpg 500w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/disability\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/797\/webinar-process-300x101.jpg 300w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/disability\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/797\/webinar-process-1024x344.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/disability\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/797\/webinar-process-768x258.jpg 768w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/disability\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/797\/webinar-process-1536x516.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/disability\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/797\/webinar-process-2048x688.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/disability\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/797\/webinar-process-364x122.jpg 364w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/disability\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/797\/webinar-process-1000x336.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/disability\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/797\/webinar-process-1280x430.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/disability\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/797\/webinar-process-2000x672.jpg 2000w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/disability\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/797\/webinar-process-scaled.jpg 2560w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"fullwidth\">Unlike universal campus tools that are available to all students, AT provided through DAI is specifically tied to a student\u2019s accommodation plan and documentation of a disability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left fullwidth\">Disability Resource Mentors (DRMs) &amp; Assistive Tech Support<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"fullwidth\">Disability Resource Mentors (DRMs) help DAI students navigate the practical side of assistive technology and campus resources. DRMs also host drop-in support sessions where students can get assistance with tools like Genio, ReadSpeaker, or other tech platforms.  <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1700\" height=\"2200\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/disability\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/797\/Fall-2025-AT-Flyer.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13266\" srcset=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/disability\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/797\/Fall-2025-AT-Flyer.jpg 1700w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/disability\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/797\/Fall-2025-AT-Flyer-232x300.jpg 232w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/disability\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/797\/Fall-2025-AT-Flyer-791x1024.jpg 791w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/disability\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/797\/Fall-2025-AT-Flyer-768x994.jpg 768w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/disability\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/797\/Fall-2025-AT-Flyer-1187x1536.jpg 1187w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/disability\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/797\/Fall-2025-AT-Flyer-1583x2048.jpg 1583w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/disability\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/797\/Fall-2025-AT-Flyer-364x471.jpg 364w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/disability\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/797\/Fall-2025-AT-Flyer-500x647.jpg 500w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/disability\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/797\/Fall-2025-AT-Flyer-1000x1294.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/disability\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/797\/Fall-2025-AT-Flyer-1280x1656.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1700px) 100vw, 1700px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Students Lead Their Own Access<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"fullwidth\">As with all accommodations at URI, students are expected to take the lead in requesting, using, and communicating about assistive technology. This means that students:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list fullwidth\">\n<li>Initiate technology accommodations through DAI<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Communicate directly with instructors when using AT<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Advocate for their access needs in academic settings<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"fullwidth\">Assistive technology is a powerful support, but it must be integrated proactively by each student as they plan their semester and coursework.<\/p>\n\n\n<section class=\"cl-wrapper cl-promo-wrapper\"><div class=\"cl-promo   micro\"><a href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/disability\/started\/webinar\/P10\/\" class=\"cl-promo-micro-content-wrapper\"><div class=\"cl-promo-micro-content\"><h1>Navigation<\/h1><span class=\"cl-promo-micro-text-link\">Your Resource Network<\/span><\/div><\/a><\/div><\/section>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>At the University of Rhode Island, assistive technology (AT) is an important part of how students with disabilities access academic content and participate fully in the learning environment. 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