In this economy, free isn't a word to be underestimated -- especially when it means free professional development! For this week's Resource of the Week, we want to point your nose in the direction of a *free webinar* presented by the Accessible Technology Coalition (ATC). This is a great opportunity to learn even more about accessible (or assistive) technology -- or AT, as it is ofter referred to -- and build on the knowledge you learned earlier this year when Jane Vincent-Berliss hosted a training on AT for One Stop staff.
Space is limited.
Reserve your Webinar seat now at:
https://www3.gotomeeting.com/register/501978030
Title: Free Computer AT You Already Have and How to Use It
Date: Thursday, September 16, 2010
Time: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM PDT
Presenter: Jane Berliss-Vincent
Description: Popular operating systems such as Windows XP/Vista/7 and Macintosh OS X have a variety of built-in features useful to people with disabilities. This webinar will show you how to find these features and discuss what needs they can meet. It will also cover implementation issues for libraries and other public computing sites, including potential conflicts with other software.
About the Presenter: Jane Vincent holds a Master of Arts in Library Science degree from the University of Michigan. For the last thirteen years she has worked as the Usability/Accessibility Manager for the Center for Accessible Technology, providing consultation to libraries on accessible technology acquisition and use throughout California, as well as evaluating website accessibility for businesses and organizations and performing assistive technology evaluations for individuals. Jane is a primary contributor to the Access on Main Street blog (www.accessonmainstreet.net) and is an active member of Bay Area Disability Services Librarians (BADSL).
After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the Webinar. If you have any trouble registering, please contact Karen Sheehan, ksheehan@cforat.org.
System Requirements
PC-based attendees
Required: Windows® 7, Vista, XP or 2003 Server
Macintosh®-based attendees
Required: Mac OS® X 10.4.11 (Tiger®) or newer