The Virtual Clubs are online Group Chats where you can learn about and
discuss the latest developments in technology that can help overcome any
barriers in your daily life. These are fun and open conversations about
technology to support people with sight loss.
You can learn about technology, equipment, and apps that we are already
using and discover the latest information on new and emerging tech from your
peers.
Each club has an NCBI Technology Trainer who is available to answer
questions. Clubs sessions last 1 hour and take place every Wednesday between
the hours of 11am and 1pm. To join a club please email:
training@xxxxxxx <mailto:training@xxxxxxx> .
NCBI Labs will be delivering several training courses in the coming weeks.
If you are interested in participating you can email:
training@xxxxxxx
Please note places are limited.
Level 1 Touch Typing Course
Date: 16th February
Time: 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
The Level 1 Touch Typing Course is for anyone who would like to learn how to
Touch Type. This absolute beginner's course includes step by step,
instructor-led training on the QWERTY keyboard, ergonomics and correct
posture, achieving accuracy and fluency. You will be provided with audio
practice files throughout the course and have the ability to Touch Typing by
the end of the training.
Level 1 Smart Speaker Course (Alexa)
Date: 22nd February
Time: 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
In this course we explore the range of Amazon Echo smart speakers available
and how they can be used to help people who are blind or partially sighted.
We cover creating timers, reminders, setting alarms, shopping lists, and
initiating information searches by speaking to your device.
Level 1 iPad Course
Date: 23rd February
Time: 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Every iPad has numerous built-in accessibility options that enables anyone
with a visual impairment to use the device independently. These include the
ability to speak to your device to request information, use of magnification
and speech output to help read information displayed. If you would like to
find out more, our Level 1 iPad Course is the perfect place to start.
Level 1 NVDA Course
Date: 24th February
Time: 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
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 the
perfect place to start.
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