Assistive Technology Software Learning Objectives
Dragon Naturally Speaking Level 1
- How to set up the microphone.
- How to use the DragonBar and Dragon Sidebar.
- How to start and close items.
- How to work with windows.
- How to move, position, click and drag the mouse.
- How to move the insertion point.
- How to select, edit and format text.
- How to spell out and playback.
- How to add lines and spaces.
- How to trouble-shoot.
Dragon Naturally Speaking Level 2
- How to work with email applications like Outlook, Hotmail and Gmail.
- How to navigate within Outlook calendar and set up appointments.
- How to set up contacts in Outlook.
- How to create tasks in Outlook.
- How to jot down notes in Outlook.
- How to work with web browsers like Internet Explorer, Firefox and Chrome.
- How to search the computer.
iOS Devices with VoiceOver Level 1
- How to set up and access VoiceOver.
- What VoiceOver can do and its limitations.
- The basic and advanced VoiceOver gestures.
- How to use the VoiceOver rotor.
- How to enter and edit text with VoiceOver.
- How to make phone calls with VoiceOver.
- How to use VoiceOver with Safari.
- How to use VoiceOver with Maps.
iPad Accessibility Features and Navigation
- What are the types of accessibility features available in iPads.
- How to navigate in general within an iPad.
- How to Zoom.
- How to use VoiceOver to navigate.
- How to make use of Siri.
- How to apply Large Text.
- How to dictate vs type.
- How to apply Invert Colors.
- How to set up mono audio and balance channels.
- How can Guided Access help you and your loved ones.
- How to use Assistive Touch.
iPhone Practical Apps
- How to setup ITunes account.
- How to buy and install apps.
- How to use Calendar.
- How to use Notes.
- How to use Reminders.
- How to use Google Search.
- How to use Clock for alarm.
- How to use Voice Memos.
Kurzweil 3000 Level 1
- How to use study tools.
- How to change font styles and spacing.
- How to navigate a document.
- How to use spell, syllable and say tools.
- How to use the dictionary and thesaurus.
- How to use column notes.
- How to create audio files from scanned documents.
- How to extract mark-ups to create separate study notes.
- How to increase/decrease the voice volume/speed.
Kurzweil 3000 Level 2
- How to use writing tools.
- How to create outlines.
- How to use outline and brainstorming tools.
- How to use word prediction.
- How to use the program as a talking word processor.
- How to search on-line materials and other resources.
- How to read the web using the Kezi Toolbar.
- How to save documents as PDF, TXT or DOC files.
- How to change program options.
Learning Applications for K-12 Environment
- How to apply Kurzweil 3000 (scan and read).
- How to apply Dragon (voice input).
- How to make use of Windows Accessibility Features (Win7/Win8).
- How to apply VoiceDream app for iPad/Android.
- How to apply AudioNote app for iPad/Android.
- How to make use of iOS Accessibility Features (iPad only).
Livescribe Pen / Desktop Level 1
- How to identify and maintain the Livescribe Pen.
- How to configure the Livescribe Pen.
- How to navigate Menus.
- How to use the Paper Replay Application.
- How to work with Dot Paper Products.
Livescribe Pen / Desktop Level 2
- How to work with the Livescribe Desktop.
- How to work with 3rd Party Applications.
- How to Pencast.
- How to use Myscript (Handwriting Recognition).
MS Outlook 2007 / 2010 with Screen Magnification Level 1
- Outlook layout and navigation.
- How to use the tree view and preview email.
- How to create a new email and send.
- How to reply to email.
- How to create a contact.
- How to create a calendar event.
- How to send an attachment.
- How to handle a received attachment.
- How to print email.
- How to archive email.
- How to create a distribution list.
MS Outlook 2007 / 2010 with Screen Magnification Level 2
- How to change views.
- How to search and sort email.
- How to create a recurring calendar event.
- How to add reminders to calendar events.
- How to group messages.
- How to keep email organized.
- How to use the Drafts folder.
- How to use the Sent folder.
- How to manage the SPAM/Junk mail folder.
- How to add a Signature to emails.
- How to create rules to manage email.
- How to send email to a distribution list.
- How to use CC and BCC.
- How to view the email header info.
- How to request delivery and read receipts.
- How to invite someone to a meeting.
- How to share inbox and calendar.
Open Book
- What can Open Book read.
- How to use the Open Book Menu Bar.
- How to work with Context Sensitive Help Dialog Box.
- How to use Key Describer.
- How to use Shortcut Keys (short list).
- How to temporally adjust voice rate.
- How to work with the setting menu.
- How to use Buck Scan.
- How to acquire a page from a scanner or peal.
- How to create and work with different Work Flows.
- How to work with the Freedom Import Printer.
- How to read and bookmark a page.
- How to edit text and use OCR correction.
- How to save scanned text.
- How to work with Open Book file folders.
- How to open a file and certain types of files such as PDF / MP3.
- How to use the Dictionary.
- How to use the Open Book Help.
- How to use low vision features (Only provided to low vision users).
OS X with VoiceOver
- How to navigate content.
- How to work with text and other elements.
- How to browse the internet.
- How to use OS X apps.
- How to use VoiceOver gestures.
- How to customize VoiceOver.
Windows Accessibility Features
- How to access the Ease of Access feature in Windows.
- How to get recommendations on what you need through the Ease of Access Center.
- How to make input devices easier to use.
- How to change input devices.
- How to change output devices and settings.
Windows Speech Recognition
- How to set up the microphone.
- How to use the menu bar.
- How to start and close items.
- How to work with windows.
- How to move, position, click and drag the mouse.
- How to move the insertion point.
- How to select, edit and format text.
- How to spell out and playback.
- How to add lines and spaces.
- How to trouble-shoot.
Windows with JAWS
- How to use the Start Menu.
- How to review the Desktop.
- How to use the Systems Tray.
- How to adjust the Windows volume.
- How to review the typical program window layout.
- How to access and review the Computer.
- How to use the Getting Help, Windows Help and JAWS Help.
- How to work with the JAWS Interface.
- How to use the Startup Wizard.
- How to work with the JAWS Settings Center.
- How to use the Quick Settings for JAWS.
- How to use the Control Panel.
- How to add and remove programs.
- How to control and restore windows.
- How to launch and use HJPad.
- How to work with Dialog Boxes.
- How to work with Check Boxes, Combo Boxes, Edit Boxes, Radio Buttons, and Buttons.
- How to navigate with JAWS Cursors.
- How to access and use the Recycle Bin.
- How to use Windows Explorer with JAWS.
- How to use the Windows Clipboard.
- How to use Convenient OCR.
- How to use Research It.
Windows with Zoom Text
- How to use the Start Menu.
- How to review the Desktop.
- How to use the Systems Tray.
- How to adjust the Windows volume.
- How to review the typical program window layout.
- How to access and review the Computer.
- How to use the Getting Help.
- How to manage files.
- How to work with the Zoom Text interface.
- How to use the Zoom Text features.
- How to use the Control Panel.
- How to add and remove Programs.
- How to control and restore windows.
- How to work with Dialog Boxes.
- How to work with Check Boxes, Combo Boxes, Edit Boxes, Radio Buttons and Buttons.
- How to access and use the Recycle Bin.
- How to use Windows Explorer with Zoom Text.
- How to use the Windows Clipboard.
- How to use Windows Help.
- How to differentiate between Updates and Upgrades and how to activate them.
Job Readiness Learning Objectives
MS Excel Level 1
- How to navigate an Excel file.
- How to save and open Excel files.
- How to customize quick access toolbar.
- How to format cells, tables, worksheets and workbooks.
- How to format numbers.
- How to insert formulas and choose functions.
- How to prepare data for presentation.
MS Excel Level 2
- How to prepare data for charts and graphs.
- How to create and format charts.
- How to insert and modify illustrations.
- How to integrate charts and graphs with other MS Office applications.
- How to use a workbook as a database.
MS Outlook Level 1
- How to use the file menu bar.
- How to use the view menu to familiarize with the panes layout.
- How to organize and categorize items within different panes.
- How to set up and manage contacts.
- How to compose, reply, forward and organize mail messages.
- How to set up, send and receive appointments.
- How to use calendar.
MS Outlook Level 2
- How to organize mail messages by folders, conversations, or any customizable arrangements.
- How to create, edit and delete rules to categorize messages.
- How to create, edit and delete permissions for messages.
- How to review mailboxes properties.
- How to create out-of-office messages.
- How to dictate messages.
- How to set up junk-email protection.
- How to generate mailing lists.
MS PowerPoint Level 1
- How to navigate a slide show.
- How to save and open documents within PowerPoint.
- How to preview and print a slide show.
- How to format a slide.
- How to review a PowerPoint.
- How to work with object in PowerPoint.
- How to utilize templates within PowerPoint.
MS PowerPoint Level 2
- How to navigate and utilize views.
- How to add media and hyperlinks.
- How to add transitions.
- How to add animations.
- How to add design.
- How work with object in Power Point.
- How to utilize power point options.
MS Word Level 1
- How to navigate a document within Word.
- How to save and open documents within Word.
- How to preview and print a document.
- How to format text and page layout.
- How to review a document.
- How to work with an object in Word.
- How to utilize templates within Word.
MS Word Level 2
- How to add text effects and privacy.
- How to use styles functions.
- How to use mail merge.
- How to use research and compare functions.
- How to use outline and draft views.
- How to use references tools.
- How to utilize Word options.
Network Connectivity and Computer Settings in Office Environment
- How to log on and off the network.
- How to adjust the volume and display of a computer.
- How to access the network drives and use them.
- The different types of software found on the network and its purpose.
- How to access, add and print to network printers.
- What is backed up on the network and what is not.
- Why network security is important and how it protects the users.
- How to get technical help from the IT Department.
- The common networking terminology.
Windows Navigation and Files Management
- How to use the Start menu.
- How to use the Desktop.
- How to use the Task Bar.
- How to use folder and create shortcuts.
- How to change a view within a window.
- How to create an electronic filing system.
- How to use libraries.
- How to search the entire computer for a file.
- How to search a hard drive.
- How to find an item within a window.