Accessibility
Universal Access for All
Universal Access for All
In a time when we find our student populations becoming increasingly diverse and learning differences more apparent, Apple provides technology tools to support the best learning environment for all students regardless of their learning differences. These tools can engage all students, enhance their achievement, and inspire them to work harder.
Apple's commitment to all learners
At the heart of Apple’s solutions for students with learning differences is the easy to use operating system that enables students to access content for learning and to become producers of knowledge. Powerful, built-in accessibility features offer options that can be adapted to meet the unique needs of each learner. Apple refers to these features collectively as Universal Access.
Apple Tools for Digital Expression
Apple’s iLife applications, together with tools such as iChat AV, iPod, and iSight cameras, offer new and multiple pathways to learning that take into consideration physical requirements, learning disabilities, learning styles, intelligences, and interests. Aligned with best practices for teaching and learning, Apple’s digital tools help optimize the needs and preferences of each learner.
Disabilities Education Act
Learn about federal support for technology in special education. Learn more
Solutions and Resources
Getting Started: Apple Technology for Diverse Learners is an essential teaching and learning resource written by Apple Distinguished Educators. Download PDF ( Mac OS X v10.5 Leopard) Download PDF (Mac OS X v10.4 Tiger)
Access for Everyone is an innovative learning solutions for all students, including those with special needs. Download Data Sheet
Mac OS X accessibility at a glance
Mac OS X 10.5 “Leopard” is a cost-effective solution for educators interested in individualizing instruction. The Universal Access features of Mac OS X are integrated into the operating system and are specifically designed to provide accessibility to users with disabilities so they can be used together and in conjunction with a variety of applications.
| Feature | VI | H | PM | L&C |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VoiceOver | • | • | ||
| Braille | • | |||
| Zoom | • | |||
| Text-to-Speech | • | • | • | |
| Speech Recognition | • | • | • | |
| View and Magnification | • | |||
| Display Adjustment | • | • | ||
| Keyboard Navigation | • | • | ||
| Sticky Keys | • | |||
| Mouse Keys | • | |||
| Slow Keys | • | |||
| Key Repeat | • | |||
| Flash Screen | • | |||
| Quicktime text track | • | • | ||
| Multiple Users | • | • | • | • |
| Keyboard Viewer | • | • | • | |
| Talking Clock and Calculator | • | • | • | |
| Automator | • | • | • | • |
| AppleScript | • | • | • | • |
