Accessibility tools

We want every student to feel confident using library resources and to have full access to everything available through the Library Portal.

As a fully digital library, Arden University Library Portal offers a range of built-in tools and features to enhance accessibility. Below, you’ll find more information on the accessibility features and tools available.

Library Portal in-built tools

Take a look at our eBook platform tools below:

Kortext eBooks
The Kortext platform has a host of in-built accessibility tools and features to make reading eBooks more accessible, including an embedded read-aloud function and the ability to magnify, customise display fonts and background colours, and more. 
Kortext Accessibility Features
EBSCO eBooks
The EBSCO platform has a number of accessible features such as keyboard navigation, magnification and colour contrasts for low vision users, and dyslexia-friendly fonts. EBSCO and Adobe Digital Editions (needed for eBook downloads) work in conjunction with a number of screen readers.
EBSCO Accessibility Features
eBook Central
eBook Central, ProQuest’s eBook platform, has a number of accessible features such as keyboard navigation, magnification and colour contrasts for low vision users, and dyslexia-friendly fonts. eBook Central and Adobe Digital Editions (needed for eBook downloads) work in conjunction with a number of screen readers.
ProQuest Accessibility Features

Convert your documents:

We’ve selected resources with accessibility in mind, but if you still face challenges or have specific learning needs, there are tools available to convert content into more accessible formats. Sensus Access is a self-service solution that allows you to automatically convert documents into a variety of alternative formats.

Convert a file with Sensus Access | Arden Library

RNIB Bookshare

If you have an eligible print disability, the Library can provide access to an RNIB Bookshare account. RNIB Bookshare UK education collection provides access to over 1 million textbooks and materials in accessible formats, with new titles added regularly.

To read more about what RNIB Bookshare can offer and who can qualify for the service, please visit the webpage: RNIB Bookshare

Contact us

If you need more support please book a one-to-one appointment with a member of the team:

Arden Wellbeing Service

The Arden Wellbeing Services Student Portal provides specialist guidance and support in the following areas:

  • Mental Health & Wellbeing
  • Disability & Accessibility
  • Financial Support
  • Safeguarding