NCBI Labs are running a number virtual training courses throughout the year.
If you are interested in participating please email
training@xxxxxxx <mailto:training@xxxxxxx>
with your name and contact number. Please note places are limited.
Level 1 NVDA Course
Date: Wednesday 15th March 2023
Time: 2:00pm - 3.30pm
NVDA is a free screen reader for Microsoft Windows that is now used in over
120 countries and has been translated into more than 50 languages. Using the
power of NVDA means that people with sight loss can continue to be active
members of the digital society, enjoying access to a range of online
services, as well as education and employment opportunities. If you are new
to the NVDA screen reader and would like to know more, this course is for
you.
Level 1 JAWS Course (6 weeks)
Start Date: Wednesday 15th March 2023
Time: 2.30 - 3.30pm over 6 weeks.
This JAWS training courses consists of 6 weekly lessons covering the
following areas:
. Introduction to JAWS
. Word-processing with JAWS
. Using Gmail app with JAWS
. Using the internet with JAWS
The course will run subject to demand and the class numbers will be limited
to 3 people per class.
Level 3 Smart Speaker Course (Alexa)
Date: Monday 27th March 2023
Time: 2:30pm - 3.45pm
In this Level 3 Smart Speaker course, we explore further features available
on the Amazon Echo smart speaker and how they can be used to help people who
are blind or partially sighted. We cover how to change the Alexa voice and
speech rate, make Alexa-to-Alexa calls and text messaging, use the "Drop-In"
feature, demonstrate how smart home devices, such as lights, thermostats,
video doorbells and plugs, may be used with Alexa, as well as the purpose
and benefit of Alexa Routines. We also highlight some of the features of the
MyNCBI Alexa skill.
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