In the last edition of Newsfeed (Vol 3/16: May 21st 2010) I highlighted MyAccess, a handy app designed to maximise the benefits of the Ease of Access Centre. I’m delighted to say that I have since updated MyAccess which now offers a one click option to a range of accessible programs in a single app.
MyAccess contains MyStudyBar to support literacy, MyVisBar to help learners with visual difficulties and a link to the EduApps site so you can browse, select and download from over 90 open source and freeware applications to enhance the teaching and learning process.
If you have the Windows Vista/Windows 7 operating systems, there’s also an option to utilise the Ease of Access Centre which offers an extensive selection of built-in features to make your computer easier to use.
MyAccess can be launched from a USB drive, the desktop, a shared drive, network or even from the Windows Start menu providing a range of tools to ensure e-learning is accessible and inclusive to all learners.
To find out more and download your copy of MyAccess select this link
Hi Craig,
First – thank you for the wonderful apps available through your centre. I have only recently discovered them and am already promoting them with students and collegues at Vancouver Island University where I work.
I have a question/comment related to an item published on your Accessibility and Inclusion blog. I tried to comment there several times, but each time my computer froze, so am trying this avenue. The posting is called: Literacy Support Using the Quick Access Tool bar. These options for Word 2007 look amazing. I have tried fx toolbar, but for some reason it will not work for me. I did contact Chris and followed his suggestions, but still no luck. I look forward to your tutorial because I I spent some time today trying to get the items mentioned in your article into my Quick Access tool bar, but was not able to find them to add them. Thanks again. Debra