Description
Captioning helps ensure that everyone can access the key content in videos, screencasts, and recordings. Captions provide a verbatim, time-synced display of spoken words and relevant sounds, enhancing accessibility and comprehension for all viewers. The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines. (WCAG) Version 2.1, Level AA is the technical standard for state and local governments’ web content and mobile apps.
For more information on meeting the legal requirements for ensuring that all digital content is accessible at the University of Montana, please visit UM’s Digital Accessibility Guidelines.
UM IT: Accessible Technology Services
- Accessible Technology Services (ATS) provides guidance on using the various tools available for captioning services.
- There is a cost associated with some captioning services. For example, UM departments may use Rev.com or other approved vendors for paid captioning. UM employees must obtain appropriate approvals and follow the procurement process for these purchases.
- In general, ATS does not caption third-party media (commercial content) but may collaborate with the Library to assist in obtaining accessible copies.
How to Request
Click on Request Service in the upper right corner of this page.
Charge
None
Eligibility
UM Faculty and Students
Availability
Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Support
IT Accessible Technology Services, 406.243.4357 (HELP)
Service Owner
Accessible Technology Services