Are you, or do you know, a professional with vision loss that uses computers and other technologies on a daily basis?
If so, you may be interested in the Adaptive Technology Advanced Training session hosted by the CNIB Lake Joseph Centre.
On September 14, 2009, the CNIB Lake Joseph Centre will be hosting five days of adaptive technology training. This training session is intended for professionals with vision loss who already use computers and other technologies on a daily basis. Tips, tricks and strategies will be taught by an international cast of experts led by Environment Canada’s Accessibility, Accommodations & Adaptive Computer Technology Program.
September 14-18
CNIB Lake Joseph Centre
4
CNIB Rd,
RR #1
MacTier, ON
Cost to register: $1,500
Training includes sessions on:
- Computer short-cuts for increasing productivity
- Effective use of the Microsoft Office Suite including 2007
- Strategies for delivering compelling presentations
- Current and future adaptive technologies
- Going beyond just Googling and Web 2.0
- Using collaboration tools
- Braille, speech and more
- From text to speech and back again
- Career advancement, ergonomic must-dos and work-life balance
For more information, please call 1-877-748-4028, email lakejo@cnib.ca or visit www.lakejo.ca.
About Lake Joe
Located in the heart of Muskoka, two hours north of Toronto, Canada, CNIB Lake Joseph Centre is a world leader in providing people with vision loss with life-changing experiences. Lake Joe’s innovative programming and partnerships excite and inspire children, youth, families and adults with vision loss as they meet new friends, experience exciting new adventures and leave with memories that will last a lifetime. For more information, visit www.lakejo.ca.