Tuva's Data, Graphing, and Statistics Tools– Multiple Modes of Representation
Screen Reader Compatibility
Tuva is committed to making data exploration accessible to all learners. By incorporating descriptive and contextual ARIA labels within Tuva's date exploration tools, we've ensured learners with visual and reading impairments can actively participate in data analysis.
ARIA labels have been strategically implemented across various components, including different cards, the toolbar menu, and the plotting area. These labels ensure that individuals with low vision and blindness can effectively analyze data using their preferred text-to-speech software.
To witness the text-to-speech feature in action, please watch the demonstration video below:
Data Sonification for Individuals with Blindness
We recognize the importance of providing inclusive data analysis tools for individuals with blindness, and we are currently developing a sonification system. This system will create an auditory representation of the visual data displayed in the plotting area, allowing users to engage with data through sound. We welcome users to test out our graph sonification system. If you would like to send feedback, please email us at support@tuvalabs.com.
If you have any questions or would like to stay updated on the progress of the sonification feature, please reach out to our support team.
Tuva's Lessons and Assessments– Multiple Modes of Representation
Read-Aloud Widget
Tuva's lessons and assessments include a read-aloud widget in the instruction panel. Students can use it to listen to any information, directions, or questions in the instruction panel.
Text-to-speech supports:
- students with reading difficulties, such as dyslexia, by reducing barriers to understanding instructions and content;
- students with visual impairments who benefit from hearing text read aloud,
- multilingual learners who may understand spoken English more easily than written text;
- students with attention challenges who can stay focused better when listening; and
- struggling readers who gain access to grade-level content even as they work on building literacy skills.
To access the read-aloud widget, click on the dropdown arrow in the upper right corner of the instruction panel. A menu, including options for text size, screen reader, and translation will appear.