[bksvol-discuss] Scanning for Access Workshop

"Shelley L. Rhodes" <juddysbuddy@xxxxxxxxxxxx> · Sat, 30 Jul 2005 16:47:16 -0400

The American Foundation for the Blind National Literacy Center

Presents

Scanning for Access

October 6-8, 2005

Converting printed documents into properly formatted braille or large
print can be one of the most challenging job tasks for individuals who
serve persons who are blind or visually impaired. For this reason, the
American Foundation for the Blind National Literacy Center presents
Scanning for Access. This two and one-half day hands-on workshop will
take a detailed look at the technology necessary to scan a print
document, convert it to an electronic file, and produce the document in
braille or large print. Various software and hardware solutions will be
identified and the benefits and limitations of each solution will be
demonstrated. Upon completing this hands-on workshop, participants will:

* Understand major differences between mainstream and assistive
optical character recognition (OCR) software
* Have the knowledge necessary to configure, scan and perform file
management operations with at least one mainstream and one assistive OCR
application
* Explain advantages and disadvantages of several brands and types
of scanners
* Become familiar with Duxbury braille translation software
* Have the knowledge necessary to produce a variety of commonly
used document formatting (fill in the blank questions, multiple choice
questions, etc.).
* Be able to perform basic troubleshooting techniques on all
hardware and software covered in the workshop

This workshop will be held October 6-8, 2005, at the American Foundation
for the Blind National Literacy Center in Atlanta, GA. Stipends will be
available to assist with travel and lodging expenses. If you are
interested in participating, please contact Shirley Landrum at
slandrum@xxxxxxx, or call 404-525-2303 to request an application, and
return it to:
Scanning Workshop
American Foundation for the Blind
100 Peachtree St., Suite 620
Atlanta, GA 30303
FAX: 404-659-6957

All applications must be received by Tuesday, September 6, 2005. Since
there are only 15 spaces available applicants will be notified of their
acceptance status within one week of the submission deadline. If you
have any questions, please feel free to contact Shirley Landrum or Ike
Presley using the information listed above.

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