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American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreting Services

ASL interpreters translate lectures and discussions into American Sign Language. They also translate a student's signed communication into spoken English when the student is called upon, has a comment or question, or makes a presentation. 

An ASL interpreting service provider attending a class (remotely or in person) may need to work directly with the instructor and SSD to gain access to the course materials and become familiar with the course content. All assignments and course-related information will be kept confidential.

While working with interpreters, it is the responsibility of the student to:

  • Provide SSD with at least 24-hour notice prior to the beginning of any class you will miss. This will allow the interpreter to be reassigned.
  • Communicate with the ASL interpreter if you have questions or concerns regarding the services provided. 
  • If, after working with the ASL interpreter provider, you continue to have concerns regarding the services being provided, contact your coordinator or ssdrequest@umich.edu immediately. 

It is the responsibility of the interpreter to:

  • Follow the code of ethics for Interpreters established by the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf.
  • Inform SSD of any absence requiring a substitute ASL interpreter so we can make arrangements for that class to be covered.
  • If you know who your student is and they are not in attendance, wait 20 minutes before you leave class.

If you are approved for this accommodation, Services for Students with Disabilities (SSD) will cover the cost.

Request ASL Services

Communication Access Realtime Translation (CART)

CART is a device that provides real-time translation of spoken English into written English. Text can be displayed on a laptop monitor, tablet, or cell phone. CART translates both lessons and class discussions.

The captioning service provider attending the class (remotely or in person) may need to work directly with the instructor and SSD to gain access to the course materials and become familiar with the course content. All assignments and course-related information will be kept confidential. 

While working with CART services, it is the responsibility of the student to:

  • Communicate with SSD and the CART provider with at least 24-hour notice prior to the beginning of any class that will be missed. CART providers are only scheduled for classes in which you are in attendance.
  • Inform SSD and the CART provider of any changes to class schedules, including course drops/adds, classroom changes or additional review sessions, etc.
  • Communicate with the CART provider if you have questions or concerns regarding the services provided. 
  • If, after working with the CART provider, you continue to have concerns regarding services being provided, contact your coordinator or ssdrequest@umich.edu immediately. 

It is the responsibility of the CART provider to:

  • Be punctual to obtain the best possible seating and set up equipment without interrupting the class.
  • Inform SSD of any absence requiring a substitute CART provider so we can make arrangements for that class to be covered.
  • If you know who your student is and they are not in attendance, wait 20 minutes before you leave class.

If you are approved for this accommodation, SSD will cover the cost.

Request CART Services

Post-Production Captioning

Videos for the course will have captions added after they are recorded and edited. If you are approved for this accommodation, SSD will cover the cost.

Request Post-Production Captioning Services

Assistive Technology Resource List

Assistive technology resources allow disabled students to have a more comprehensive and fair educational experience. Most assistive technology resources have free trials and how-to videos you can explore. If you have any questions about a specific technology please contact your accommodations coordinator. 

Information and Technology Services supports all public computing sites across campus and provides assistive technology on those computers. The supported technology is indicated in the list below. 

Braille Translation

Braille translation converts text into a Braille format to be embossed.

Concept Mapping

Concept mapping software helps with writing by providing visual outlining/concept mapping. 

Digital Book Resources

Physical Screen Overlays

Physical screen overlays can be positioned over a computer screen to help with legibility.

Recording/Note-Taking Applications 

These applications help you record and organize notes.

Screen Magnification

Screen magnification helps visually impaired individuals with limited speech-reading capabilities. 

Screen Overlays

Screen overlays are downloadable programs that make reading on a computer screen a bit easier. 

Screen Reader

Screen readers read computer screens out loud. 

Text-to-Speech (TTS) 

Text-to-speech software converts written text into spoken words. 

Textbook Support

If you need help finding an accessible textbook, you can make a request through Accommodate. Please be sure to include the ISBN number.

If you have course materials (i.e. articles, handouts) that are not in an accessible format, you can upload them into Accommodate to be converted. 

Additional textbook resources include:

Voice Recognition / Voice Input

Voice recognition software helps you control your computer and write paper and emails. 

 

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