[Athen] FW: Tech Workshops - Spring Calendar

[Deborah Armstrong]

Free training for screen reader users – this is from the New York public library – I have listed only their zoom sessions available to anyone. These all are no-cost.


Sent: Tuesday, March 22, 2022 3:18 PM
Subject: Tech Workshops - Spring Calendar

Intro to NVDA: a 12-week Workshop

Tuesdays beginning April 5, 12:00 -  1:30 PM Eastern

There are several Windows screen readers to choose from. Come discover how this free, open-source option compares. If you know how to type, understand Windows basics, can commit to attending twelve sessions, and would like to become more confident and proficient with the NVDA screen reader, this workshop is for you! Please plan to join us each week for a hands-on lesson and discussion. This workshop also includes a group mailing list where you can post your questions and discoveries for other members of your cohort to read and respond, as well as a weekly recap that is optional attend half an hour before the official start of each class. We’ll cover the basics of customizing NVDA settings, getting around in Windows 10, working with text, managing files and folders and exploring the web.

This workshop will be limited to 30 participants, so please apply to participate soon!

This event will take place online.

Register for Exploring NVDA<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfYKIXMmWmBwpCcqAMper8IJhPbk0bJidqJBOZNn-IvJgov1A/viewform__;!!A-B3JKCz!TqZUBNGyoe62umoihiPwIpSIm2FYZTtd-iI8C__ClIO65ht7qqJqcKsRqNBk85tQTI-VFTY$>

Exploring Voiceover for Mac- a Twelve-Week Workshop

Tuesdays beginning April 5, 3:00 - 4:30 PM Eastern

If you know how to type,  can commit to attending twelve sessions, and would like to become more confident and proficient with the Voiceover screen reader, this workshop is for you! Please plan to join us each week for a hands-on lesson and discussion. This workshop also includes a group mailing list where you can post your questions and discoveries for other members of your cohort to read and respond, as well as a weekly recap that is optional attend half an hour before the  official start of every class. We’ll cover the basics of customizing Voiceover settings, getting around in the Mac OS, working with text, managing files and folders and exploring the web.

This workshop will be limited to 30 participants, so please apply to participate soon!

This event will take place online.

Register for Exploring Voiceover<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf1C_irq2KJVzQfx-HCtF_Q9bokC3MzB9Pxxa0a184_sme4Cg/viewform__;!!A-B3JKCz!TqZUBNGyoe62umoihiPwIpSIm2FYZTtd-iI8C__ClIO65ht7qqJqcKsRqNBk85tQBTCmxDk$>

Exploring JAWS - a Twelve-Week Workshop

Tuesdays beginning April 5, 5:00 - 6:30 PM Eastern

If you know how to type, can commit to attending twelve sessions, and would like to become more confident and proficient with the JAWS screen reader, this workshop is for you! Please plan to join us each week for a hands-on lesson and discussion. This workshop also includes a group mailing list where you can post your questions and discoveries for other members of your cohort to read and respond, as well as a weekly recap that is optional to attend half an hour before the official start of every class. We’ll cover the basics of customizing JAWS settings, getting around in Windows 10, working with text, managing files and folders and exploring the web.

This workshop will be limited to 30 participants, so please apply to participate soon!

This event will take place online.

Register for Exploring JAWS<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdjCAqn0FwO_VaTagaICmMjgdRh8EQ9h2AZRsYehuiNC2PEUQ/viewform__;!!A-B3JKCz!TqZUBNGyoe62umoihiPwIpSIm2FYZTtd-iI8C__ClIO65ht7qqJqcKsRqNBk85tQvq8pc9Q$>

iPhone Chat for Voiceover Beginners

First Saturdays (April 2, May 7, June 4), 1:00 - 2:15 PM Eastern

If you’re new to using Voiceover on the iPhone or if you’re still working toward confidence, this discussion group is for you. We’ll spend some time going over the theory of how screen readers work, gestures everyone needs to know, and some strategies for getting help. Then, we’ll open it up for questions and networking.

This event will take place online.

Join the Zoom for Voiceover Beginners<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nypl.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0vcuiqqjwtHdzr8bnEn6y-ypuxRhgkdvwz__;!!A-B3JKCz!TqZUBNGyoe62umoihiPwIpSIm2FYZTtd-iI8C__ClIO65ht7qqJqcKsRqNBk85tQocdgerI$>

iPhone Chat for Voiceover Users: Beyond the Basics

First Saturdays (April 2, May 7, June 4), 2:30 - 4:00 PM Eastern

Talk about customizing gestures and settings, exploring new apps, choosing accessories, dealing with bugs, and whatever else comes to mind. This is a space for any and all Voiceover topics that go beyond the basics of using common gestures and built-in apps.

This event will take place online.

Join the Zoom for Voiceover: Beyond the Basics<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nypl.zoom.us/meeting/tZMpcOGprjkrH91JpStD4OF4pvTNcaVicioA/ics?icsToken=98tyKuGvqjwiG9SXsRyORpwEBo_CWevziHpcgvoMtg_WFwQHTSWiJvR2HLF-JtHT__;!!A-B3JKCz!TqZUBNGyoe62umoihiPwIpSIm2FYZTtd-iI8C__ClIO65ht7qqJqcKsRqNBk85tQlUhhHKQ$>

The Zoom about Zoom: What Participants and Hosts Need to know

Friday April 1, 2:00 - 3:30 PM

Get ready to manage microphones, cameras, chat messages, raised hands, polls and breakout rooms with confidence. We’ll show you everything you need to know to bring your best self to virtual gatherings, whether you’re attending or hosting.

This event will take place online.

Register for the Zoom about Zoom<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nypl.zoom.us/j/87057727036?pwd=VGhnYUNGZVJkalNjVGhRRzh3QWtTdz09__;!!A-B3JKCz!TqZUBNGyoe62umoihiPwIpSIm2FYZTtd-iI8C__ClIO65ht7qqJqcKsRqNBk85tQsQ6bOFw$>

Descriptive Origami

Saturday April 9, 1:00 - 2:30 PM Eastern

We’ll use effective verbal communication and teamwork to learn origami models like a lotus, a goldfish and a card holder.

This hands-on event will take place in person: kindly RSVP to ChanceyFleet at nypl.org<mailto:ChanceyFleet at nypl.org> to reserve your spot!

Braille Screen Input for iOS, Android and Kindle Fire

Saturday April 16, 1:30 - 3:00 PM

If you know Braille (even if you don’t know contractions), you can type comfortably and quickly with Braille screen input. In this workshop, we’ll explore how to set it up, gestures you need to know, and what you can do if you’re having trouble with this feature.

This event will take place in person and online. Please RSVP to ChanceyFleet at nypl.org<mailto:ChanceyFleet at nypl.org> to attend in person, or register to participate online.

Join the Zoom for Braille Screen Input for iOS, Android, and Kindle Fire<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nypl.zoom.us/j/86267036195?pwd=MFY4REJoUjRqTlRxcWZKNGhmdHBzQT09__;!!A-B3JKCz!TqZUBNGyoe62umoihiPwIpSIm2FYZTtd-iI8C__ClIO65ht7qqJqcKsRqNBk85tQ4tOgfos$>

Emojication: Know your Emoji

Wednesday April 6, 6:00 - 7:30 PM Eastern

Join us for a lively discussion about emoji: what they mean, how they evolve over time, and how blind and low-vision people can understand and use them with confidence.

This event will take place online.

Join the Zoom for Emojication: Know your Emoji<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nypl.zoom.us/j/81135089607?pwd=OC9sckREbUdEbU9lWnh2ZzZIQnJSdz09__;!!A-B3JKCz!TqZUBNGyoe62umoihiPwIpSIm2FYZTtd-iI8C__ClIO65ht7qqJqcKsRqNBk85tQv5fiEMc$>

Using Dictation with Braille Displays on iOS

Wednesday April 13, 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM Eastern

Many of us use built-in dictation as well as various transcription apps. We may do it to save time, transcribe long recordings, work with translation, or make communication more effective when someone has a speech or hearing impairment. In this workshop, we’ll explore the best practices for getting dictation to work well with Braille displays, and highlight the performance of Braille on various dictation and transcription apps.

This event will take place online.

Register for Using Dictation with Braille Displays on iOS<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nypl.zoom.us/j/82049790107?pwd=NFFKWWpPZW1oT2Jra1FwRE03SDcrQT09__;!!A-B3JKCz!TqZUBNGyoe62umoihiPwIpSIm2FYZTtd-iI8C__ClIO65ht7qqJqcKsRqNBk85tQfkYW02Y$>
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