Adaptive Technology Training Videos from CAP.MIL

The Computer Electronic Accomodations Program at the Department of Defense has some great AT training videos: http://cap.mil/PublicationsForms/productMaterials.aspx


CAP has a number of resources that can inform you about assistive technology (AT) and ergonomics. Our AT Demonstration videos can provide information about the different types of accommodations and how these solutions help employees with disabilities. We've included links to some helpful AT documents with information about what is available for certain networks and agencies. We also have information about workplace ergonomics to help you set your workspace up in a manner that can help to prevent repetitive stress injuries.

Updated Audio Tutorial for the Victor Stream

HumanWare is pleased to release an updated audio tutorial for the Stream.

It is available for download from:

www.humanware.com/en-canada/support/vr_stream_documentation

On that page, look under the English heading for a zip download of the audio tutorial files.

This tutorial is very comprehensive , covering basic and advanced features of the Stream. It is approximately 5.5 hours in length with 21 different sections. Here is a list of the topics covered:

01 - Introduction

02 - Player Overview

03 - Bookshelves

03.1 - Exploring SD Card Bookshelves

03.2 - Transferring Content to SD Card Bookshelves

04 - Playback and Navigation

04.1 - Playing and Copying USB External Media

05 - Voice Recordings

06 - Bookmarks

07 - NLS, Stream Activation, and BARD Book Download

07.1 - Transferring a DAISY Book Using Companion

08 - Bookshare Online Books

08.1 - Companion Online Books Menu

09 - Advanced Features, Multi-Level Bookshelf

09.1 - Advanced Features, Music Navigation and Temporary Playlist

09.2 - Advanced Features, Text Search

10 - HumanWare Companion Overview and Installation

10.1 - Book Transfer Window and Companion Menus

10.2 - Companion Transferr of TXT, HTML, DOC, and PDF Files

10.3 - Transfer a DAISY CD Book with Companion

10.4 - Using Companion to Get Software Updates

The download is a zip file of approximately 225MB. If you unzip the Stream Audio Tutorial folder into your $VROtherBooks folder then you can navigate backward or forward through the tutorial sections using the 4 and 6 keys of your Stream.

If you are new to the Stream sections 1 to 6 will help you get started.

Seasoned Streamers may wish to investigate advanced features of section 9. The HumanWare Companion is appreciated by so many that we have devoted the entire section 10 to the features of the Companion. For new or seasoned Streamers alike we believe there is something of interest for all. We hope you enjoy the new tutorial with our compliments.

Indiana Assistive Technology Act (INDATA) Project.

http://blog.eastersealstech.com lots of videos on assistive technologies

http://eastersealstech.com/

Easter Seals Crossroads has been providing assistive technology solutions in Indiana since 1979.  In 2007, Easter Seals Crossroads partnered with the State of Indiana, Bureau of Rehabilitative Services to establish the Indiana Assistive Technology Act (INDATA) Project.  The INDATA Project is one of 56 similar, federally-funded projects designed to increase access and awareness of assistive technology.

INDATA core services include: Information and referral, funding assistance, public awareness and education, device demonstration, device loan, and equipment reutilization.

RoboBraille

What is RoboBraille?

RoboBraille is an e-mail service which can convert digital text documents into either Braille or audio files. It is quick and easy to use RoboBraille. You simply send an e-mail with an attached text document to RoboBraille. Shortly after, you will receive the document back from RoboBraille in the specified format - an audio file, for example.

It is free for non-commercial users to use RoboBraille. http://www.robobraille.org/frontpage

BlindHow

The NFB of Utah is excited to announce a new website, BlindHow.com.   BlindHow.com allows for community members to view and share video, audio, or written tutorials and information on a myriad of topics regarding blindness and visual impairment.
Topics could include, "How do you use an iPhone with voiceover?"  "This is how I put on makeup every day, how do you?"   "How do you mow your lawn?"  "This is how I downhill ski." 
If you can't find the answer you are looking for, then we want you to ask!  If you have something to share, then become a contributor today!   We know that there are many different ways to do one thing.  For example, I may iron my shirt one way … and you another!  Knowledge is power and sharing is caring!  You can make a difference!
http://blindhow.com/

Links from May STTSDC

AppleVis www.applevis.com 
Maccessibility http://maccessibility.net/iphone/apps/ 
Assistive Technology Tips and Hints http://atthdc.blogspot.com/ 
Saturday Technology Training Sessions http://sttsdc.blogspot.com/ 
List of CSUN 2011 resources http://curbcut.net/ 

VizWiz

VizWiz Social

www.vizwiz.org

VizWiz Social is an iPhone app that allows blind users to receive quick answers to questions about their surroundings

Now You're Talking!

Slate Magazine says "Google has developed speech-recognition technology that actually works."

http://www.slate.com/id/2290516/

ReadThisToMe

A free reading service for the blind and low-vision communityReadThisToMe is a free reading service for blind and low-vision people, powered by volunteers and Internet collaboration.  Fax a printed document to them and they will read it. http://www.readthistome.org

NIH Hiring Event for People with Disabilities

http://www.jobs.nih.gov/disabilitieshire.htm