Assistive Technology
General Information
In partnership with the Office of Academic Services and Mada, the Qatar Assistive Technology Center, the Library provides equipment and software designed specifically for learners who are visually or hearing impaired.
There is a text-to-speech workstation and image magnifier available for use in the room.
The location is inside the library, room 0B09. Ask at the Service Desk for more information.
Text-to-Speech Workstation
The Text-to-Speech equipment scans and then reads text out-loud at variable speeds. Headphones are available to ensure comfortable listening and privacy.
Image Magnifier
The Image Magnifier enlarges difficult to read text. The text or an image can be placed on the table and offers multiple magnification settings.