FYI From: Ryan Jones <[email protected]> Date: July 15, 2014, 10:29:38 AM EDT Subject: The new JAWS Training Bundle
Hello, I wanted to take just a moment to make sure you were aware that the new JAWS Training Bundle is now available from Freedom Scientific. It provides over 50 hours of quality one-on-one style JAWS training in audio format at a cost of only $15 per hour. Some of the challenges we know many state agencies face in regards to JAWS training are: . Cost: One on one training can cost anywhere from $50 to $125 per hour. . Availability: It may be difficult to find quality one on one trainers in many areas. . Metrics: It may be difficult to track measurable progress for most clients. The training bundle can help: . Cost: Only $15 per hour for training the client can keep for life! . Availability: Training is available anywhere, anytime. . Metrics: Short optional progress exams are provided to track client progress with the training. Results can even be emailed to a counselor! The training starts at the very basics of using a computer with JAWS and covers topics such as: . Using the computer with a keyboard rather than a mouse . Introduction to using Microsoft Windows including: navigating menus, dialog boxes, dialog box controls, etc. . Specific training for both Windows 7 and Windows 8 . Reading and editing text with JAWS . Saving and opening files . Getting help with JAWS . Extensive training on using JAWS to navigate web pages . Using the Freedom Scientific Webinars for continued learning . Extensive training on Microsoft Office 2010 and 2013 including: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook . A variety of other topics It is designed to provide a strong foundation of JAWS and computer skills that can then be supplemented with one on one training at a local level for any remaining specific vocational or independent living goals. It may also serve as refresher training for clients who previously received JAWS training but have forgotten or not used it. The training is in the popular DAISY audio format which allows clients to easily move to different sections and place bookmarks for further study. It is provided on SD card and can be used on today's popular hardware DAISY players such as the Victor Reader Stream. It can even be purchased in combination with a Victor Reader Stream or PlexTalk Pocket at a savings of over $100 off the retail cost. There is much more information about the training at the below web page along with a detailed outline of topics covered and a 20 minute sample audio excerpt from the training. You can also learn more about the progress exams which provide a great way to track the progress of a client. http://www.freedomscientific.com/Products/Blindness/TrainingBundles Keep in mind that as I am a Certified Vision Rehabilitation Therapist, this training was designed with a holistic approach to the computer being a tool used in the overall rehabilitation plan for an individual. Please let me know if you have any questions or would like me to contact other individuals from your agency with this information. Respectfully, Ryan Jones, CVRT Freedom Scientific Training Department [email protected] Direct: (727) 299-6181 Toll Free: 1-800-444-4443 x4001 Check out the new JAWS Training Bundle at www.freedomscientific.com/Products/Blindness/TrainingBundles ---------
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