Accessibility Settings¶
Varsity Learning includes several settings to improve readability and accessibility based on your needs.
Math Display¶
By default, math expressions are rendered using MathJax (formatted equations). If you prefer plain text or experience slow rendering, you can switch display modes.
To change your math display setting:
- Log in and go to your home page
- Click your name in the top-right corner and select Profile Settings
- Under Display Preferences, choose your preferred math rendering mode:
- MathJax — formatted equations (default)
- Plain text — AsciiMath notation, no rendering
Text Size and Contrast¶
Varsity Learning respects your browser and operating system accessibility settings:
- Font size — increase your browser's default font size (Ctrl/Cmd + in most browsers)
- High contrast — enable your OS high-contrast mode; the platform will follow
- Dark mode — not currently available as a platform setting; use a browser extension or OS dark mode overlay
Keyboard Navigation¶
The assessment player and course page support keyboard navigation:
| Action | Key |
|---|---|
| Move between answer fields | Tab |
| Submit answer | Enter (in most fields) |
| Open math palette | Click yellow arrow, then Tab to navigate |
| Expand/collapse content | Enter or Space on focusable elements |
Screen Reader Support¶
Varsity Learning is designed to work with screen readers. Math expressions rendered by MathJax include MathML markup, which NVDA, JAWS, and VoiceOver can read.
For best results with screen readers: - Use NVDA + Firefox or JAWS + Chrome - Enable MathJax rendering (the default) rather than plain text mode - If equations are not being read, check your screen reader's math verbosity settings
Graph and Drawing Questions¶
Graph questions and drawing tools require mouse interaction and are not fully accessible via keyboard alone. If you use assistive technology and encounter a question you cannot interact with, contact your instructor — they can grant an accommodation or provide an alternative format.
Requesting Accommodations¶
Accessibility accommodations (extended time, extra attempts, alternative formats) are granted by your instructor, not by the Varsity Learning support team. Contact your instructor directly with accommodation documentation from your institution's disability services office.