Service for: Faculty, Staff, Students
Service Provider:  MacOdrum Library, Paul Menton Centre (PMC)
Service Type: Learning Technology

What is this service?

This service provides alternative technology and software solutions for students with disabilities.

How do I obtain this service?

To gain access to the Joy Maclaren Adaptive Technology Centre (JMC) services, students must be referred by:

For additional information, please contact:

  • Joy Maclaren Centre (JMC)
    Heather.Cross@carleton.ca
    (613) 520-2600 x8186
    Coordinator, Library Services for Students with Disabilities
    MacOdrum Library, Floor 2. Map

How-to Links

How do I receive support for this service?

For the Joy Maclaren Adaptive Technology Centre services, please contact:

  • Joy Maclaren Centre (JMC)
    Heather.Cross@carleton.ca
    (613) 520-2600 x8186
    Coordinator, Library Services for Students with Disabilities
    MacOdrum Library, Floor 2. Map

Support Availability:

  • N/A

What is included?

  • Key Standard Features
    • Accessibility Technology: Workstations with large screen monitors, adjustable-height computer tables, voice recognition, screen magnification, screen reading, scanners and supporting software.
    • Assistive Equipment Loanscarleton.ca/pmc/students/assistive-technology
    • Transcription Services: Access to required textbooks, course packs and other reading materials in alternate formats such as e-text (Word or PDF), large print, Daisy digital audio, or Braille.
    • Scanning: self-serve or assisted use of scanner technologies with advanced text-to-speech, read aloud and highlighter services aimed to accelerate independent learning.
    • iPad Loaners (JMC)
  • Non-Standard Features:
    • N/A
  • Service Exclusions
    • N/A

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