Vista course Web sites may not be entirely or easily accessible to people with disabilities who use screen readers. Also, low visual contrast may make it difficult for some individuals to see certain Vista controls.
If you have problems accessing all or parts of your Vista course sites, you should take the following steps:
- Contact your instructor. Your instructor should be able to provide you with the information on his or her Vista course site in an alternate format.
- Contact the staff of the Computer Accommodations Program (CAP). They can help you and your instructor determine the most appropriate alternative format. They also may be able to help you access Vista course sites using adaptive technology. On the Computer Accommodations Program (CAP) Web site, you can find out what adaptive technology is supported at the University of Minnesota, locate adaptive technology labs on the Twin Cities campus, and more.
- If you already are using the JAWS screen reader, read our JAWS Screen Reader Tips.
- If you are experiencing problems due to low contrast, create your own style sheet to produce better contrast between Vista controls and the page background. Read our Style Sheet Tips for details.