Accessible Formats

AVAILABLE ACCOMODATIONS

Accessible (alternate) Formats are core print or digital materials that are created or converted with universal design principles in mind which makes them more usable across a wider spectrum of user needs.

These materials include, but are not limited to:

  • Digital materials printed for students who cannot use electronic materials

  • Large print for students with low vision

  • Documents containing text, images, tables, STEM content (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) that can be read aloud, and navigated, by a computer using screen reader technology

  • Documents containing text, images, tables, STEM content (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) that can be read aloud by text-to-speech tools

  • Contracted or uncontracted Braille

  • Nemeth Braille (math braille)

  • Tactile graphics

Copyright Statement

Before Requesting Accessible Textbooks

  • Search for a digital version of your textbook(s) and opt to purchase those when possible, over a physical book.

  • If you are a member of Learning Ally (audio books) and/or Bookshare, search their libraries for accessible copies available.


Request Accessible Textbooks Or Additional Required Course Materials

    1. For a first-time requests only, have met with your Accommodation Specialist and have alternate formats as an approved accommodation.

    2. Request your textbooks in an alternate format through your AIM portal. Instructions are available here: How to Request E-Text and Additional Materials in AIM

    3. Provide proof of purchase to the Office of Accessibility for each book requested as E-Text. This can be shown at the reception desk in 1228 Haley, emailed to your Accommodation Specialist, emailed to The Office Of Accessibility accessibility@auburn.edu, or uploaded through the AIM portal. Instructions are available here: How to Upload Book Receipts in AIM

    Any questions about the process can be directed to The Office Of Accessibility via email at accessibility@auburn.edu.