A Pinch of SALT

Supporting all students


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Tina Webber is the manager of the Transcription Centre here at Swansea University.  Tina has been working in the university since 2005 helping to provide accessible learning materials for students with visual impairments. She describes herself as an ambassador for Swansea University and enjoys visiting specialist colleges for visually impaired students across the country, educating students about their rights in regards to going to university, and encouraging them to come to Swansea. When she isn’t working hard for us at Swansea, she is most often playing hard having a ball teaching Zumba! Tina says "supporting print disabled students at Swansea University encompasses a wide range of areas and departments. It can be challenging at times to 'win over' content creators (e.g. academics) but having said that some are shining examples of 'best practice'. Our ultimate goal is to raise awareness about accessibility guidelines, educate colleagues, demonstrate best practices, and lead by example to remove barriers." Follow the transcription Centre on Twitter @SUTranscription, Tina also recommends following @textboxdigital.  If you require braille email [email protected] and Tina also recommends checking out RNIB and their Book Share, and the ever-useful Jisc is packed with a range of help, support, and guidance.

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A Pinch of SALTBy Swansea Academy of Learning & Teaching @ Swansea University