Specifications include, but are not limited to: a. Keyboarding skills for everyday use – working with those who have yet to learn or master keyboarding; focus on familiarization of the keyboard, time allowed for the practice of keyboarding; will share digital programs to allow for continued practice after the Workshop. b. Understanding computer accessibility features – working with windows or mac operating systems; will have a focus on magnification tools and programs such as the built in accessibility features (i.e.: magnifier) as well as programs available (i.e.: Zoom Text); will have a focus on built-in speech tools (i.e.: windows Narrator) and software programs (i.e.: JAWS); will incorporate the use of refreshable braille displays, corded and wireless. c. Using the iPhone/iPad for daily tasks - focus on set-up of device for low vision use (i.e.: font size, contrast, background lighting); use of built in accessibility features such as the pinch function and magnifying glass; focus on set-up of device for a blind user (i.e.: rate of speech with VoiceOver); training on VoiceOver and use of gestures to maneuver through tasks; will also share resources regarding useful apps available. d. Using the android phone/tablet for daily tasks – similar to that of iPhones/iPads, focus on set up of device for low vision use (i.e.: font size, contrast, color inversion); use of built-in accessibility features such as the pinch function and full screen zoom functions; focus on set up of device for a blind user (i.e.: rate of speech with Talk Back, screen sensitivity, etc.); training on TalkBack and use of gestures to maneuver through tasks; will also share resources regarding useful apps available. e. Use of social media to stay connected with family and friends – will review and train in the use of several social media platforms including Facebook, FaceTime, Messenger, Instagram, etc.; will focus on both low vision and blind use of devices and access to platforms.
