
Free Blackboard Tool Converts Files to Accessible Formats
Blackboard has launched a free tool for boosting the accessibility of digital course content. File Transformer, Powered by Blackboard Ally, allows students to convert files into a variety of alternative formats, such as HTML, audio MP3, ePub, electronic Braille or Beeline Reader. The resource is being provided temporarily to help ease student's transition to digital learning as institutions move classes online due to COVID-19-driven campus closures, the company said in a news announcement.
File Transformer is an extension of Blackboard's Ally accessibility product, made available outside of the learning management system via web URL. Students simply upload a course file, choose their desired format and download the converted file.