Hello everyone,
I am an Assistive Technology Instructor working with a client who is blind and uses VoiceOver on a MacBook Pro. We are trying to determine whether anyone has successfully used Pearson MyLab Math with VoiceOver and, if so, what workflow or settings were required.
The course is accessed through Canvas and launches into Pearson MyLab Math. We are encountering several accessibility barriers:
VoiceOver can navigate to answer fields.
VoiceOver can locate portions of the page and some controls.
Mathematical equations and problem statements are often not read correctly or cannot be reliably interacted with.
Using VO+Shift+Down Arrow to interact with the equation area does not consistently expose the math content.
The student can sometimes reach the answer box but cannot efficiently access or review the actual question.
Navigation often requires moving through numerous links and page elements before reaching course content.
We have contacted Pearson Support and received general VoiceOver documentation, accessibility mode instructions, and an accessibility contact email. However, we have not yet received guidance specific to using VoiceOver with MyLab Math.
I am hoping to hear from anyone who has:
Successfully completed a Pearson MyLab Math course using VoiceOver on macOS.
Found a preferred browser (Safari, Chrome, Firefox, etc.).
Used specific VoiceOver commands or settings that improved math accessibility.
Worked with MathML, accessibility mode, or other settings that improved equation access.
Identified workarounds for accessing problem statements and equations.
Any advice, resources, demonstrations, or training materials would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you for your help.