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May 25, 2007
Join Dusty Voorhees of Freedom Scientific on Friday, June 15 - at The Carroll Center - Newton, MA for a low vision technology workshop.
Date: June 15, 2007
Time(s): 9:30 am – Noon & 1 – 3:30pm
Location: The workshop will be held in the Carroll Center Computer Training Center, 770 Centre Street, Newton, MA 02458
Dusty Voorhees, Senior Product Manager, for Freedom Scientific Blind/ Low Vision Group will discuss the recent developments in Freedom Scientific low vision technology. Dusty will introduce, demonstrate and offer hands on access to Topaz and Opal video magnifiers; the SARA, scanning and reading appliance, as well as, detail the newest version of MAGic large print software featuring tight integration with JAWS screen reading software and scripting features similar to JAWS.
Participants* will gain a greater understanding of how to choose, configure/ integrate and use the most appropriate low vision device(s) to access print and electronic material for themselves or their clients.
Two sessions will be held at The Carroll Center in Newton, MA from 9:30am to Noon and from 1pm to 3:30pm.
*The workshops are designed for End Users, Assistive Technology/ Information Technology Professionals, Teachers of the Visually Impaired, Disability Service Providers, Library Personnel and Special Educators.
Space is limited so please RSVP to register for this event.
To register by phone/ email - contact:
The Carroll Center
Tel: 617-969-6200 x274
nicki.haller@carroll.org
Vision Dynamics LLC, (Freedom Scientific Premiere Channel Partner)
Tel: 617-584-6539
Email: janderson@visiondynamics.com
Bill Kilroy, Freedom Scientific Director/ Regional Manager
Tel: (800)-444-4443 x1188
Email: Billk@Freedomscientific.com
Posted by Nancy at May 25, 2007 09:59 AM