The University of Reading is committed to providing an accessible and inclusive learning environment which offers all of our learners the opportunity to maximise their academic potential. This commitment is set out in the Digital Accessibility Policy and applies to Blackboard, the University’s Virtual Learning Environment.
Please see the University of Reading Blackboard VLE Accessibility Statement which covers Blackboard and related tools including: Turnitin, Gradescope and Stream.
Information on accessibility features within Blackboard can be found on the Blackboard help page: Accessibility Features in Blackboard Learn This page includes specific information for users with a hearing impairment, visual impairment, mobility impairment, or learning disability.
The University Library provides support for users with disabilities, which includes details of assistive technologies and free features in web browsers, Windows, and Microsoft Office applications that can support you with working online.
AbilityNet has advice on making your device easier to use if you have a disability.
Guide last updated on November 28, 2022
