Real-Time Captioning (CART)

Real-Time captioning (CART) is a method of converting spoken language into visual text onto a laptop computer screen. Specialized software and stenography equipment are used in this conversion process.

Real-time captioning services at Xavier are provided by a captioner in a remote location. ODS staff will go to the classroom to assist the professor and student with setup for the service. The setup generally doesn’t take more than a minute.

The professor will wear a small lapel microphone that will allow the captioner to hear what is being said in class. The microphone cannot pick up student comments and questions; therefore, it is necessary for the faculty to repeat comments and questions in order for the student using the service to be included in class discussions.

After class, the student is emailed a transcript of what was said. Students are not permitted to share the transcript with any other students and are asked to delete the transcripts after grades are posted and there are no disputes. Transcripts are considered the intellectual property of the faculty.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact ODS @ disabilityservices@xula.edu or (504) 520-7607.