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Blind Baseball Announcer Keith Bundy Lives his Dream
Keith Bundy, a blind baseball announcer, shared his journey of overcoming obstacles to live his dream as a sports announcer. Mr. Bundy, blind since childhood, longed to play sports but lacked opportunities in Southern Indiana. Listening to baseball broadcasts fueled his dream. In 2001, he received an invitation to announce an American Legion Baseball game. […]
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Atlanta Teen para-climber heading to Switzerland Olympics- Raveena Alli
Seventeen-year-old Olympic paraclimber Raveena Alli, a rising senior at Atlanta Girls’ School, is making waves in the world of paraclimbing. Born in India and blind since birth, Raveena has not let her visual impairment hinder her passion for climbing. She began climbing in second grade and has since become an elite para-athlete, representing Team USA. […]
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Employment Summit for Blind- Making Yourself Indispensable on the Job – Gena Harper
At the Employment Summit, Gena Harper delivered an insightful presentation on making oneself indispensable in the workplace. She emphasized the importance of adaptability in an ever-changing job market. Harper explained that employees must continuously develop new skills to remain valuable. She encouraged attendees to identify gaps in their current knowledge and seek training opportunities to […]
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Braille Math in WORD Editor, JAWS, braille display and ease for multi-line math problems
Dr. Robinson demonstrates how to solve multi-line algebra problems using the Braille Math Editor (BME) in JAWS with a braille display. She explains that this method is effective for any multi-line mathematics problem, where isolating variables like x is essential. To start, Dr. Robinson reviews the equation by moving through the text using the up […]
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Difference between inaccessible and accessible website content
The difference between inaccessible and accessible website content when using screen readers is significant. It affects how efficiently users can navigate the web. On inaccessible websites, screen readers struggle to interpret poorly structured content. This makes it difficult for users to understand the layout or find essential information. For example, missing alt text on images […]
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TechVision YouTube Channel Lessons
Dr. Denise M. Robinson’s TechVision YouTube channel Lessons, @DrDeniseMRobinsontech, features a wide range of content. TechVision YouTube channel focuses on assistive technology, blind skills, accessibility and access to the World of information. The channel offers tutorials, guides, and resources for blind and low-vision individuals, educators, and parents. The channel covers topics like using screen readers, […]
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Sighted Parents Setup computer with TechVision Trainer
When sighted parents’ setup computer for their young child, they learn the commands and how to follow through with lessons after the TechVision Team completes working with their child. When sighted parents learn alongside their blind child, especially in the context of setting up and using a computer, it offers numerous benefits: Here are some […]
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Geometry using excel shapes, complete complex vertices for math graphs
kaleigh takes images from a PDF and creates Geometry shapes such as vertices in Excel for perfect graphing. In Excel, you can create vertices (edit points on a line) when working with shapes or lines. Here are the keyboard commands to manipulate vertices: Always create a table with all pertinant numbers based on the math […]
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Online Book: Exploring Zoology A Laboratory Guide, navigation with screen reader from RedShelf – YouTube
Dr. Robinson demonstrates RedShelf access with JAWS. Demonstrating how to efficiently navigate RedShelf Book: “Exploring Zoology: A Laboratory Guide, Third Edition” using the JAWS screen reader. She emphasizes the importance of pairing the book with tactile graphics for laboratory visuals, especially for unique creatures to make RedShelf access with JAWS more comprehensive. Navigating RedShelf access […]
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Complete multi-level math using Braille Math Editor (BME) in WORD
Dr. Robinson demonstrates how to complete multi-level math in WORD using Braille Math Editor with JAWS. She used an algebra problem as an example. She explains that this method applies to several types of math problems. First, she highlights how transcriptionists or students can prepare algebra equations using the Alt + Equals command to insert […]
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Graphic Embosser with Tiger Software: Enhancing Access
Dr. Robinson demonstrates how to use the PixBlaster graphic embosser, showing its ease of use and efficiency for blind students. The PixBlaster produces tactile graphics, which students can emboss in either contracted or uncontracted braille. Additionally, PixBlaster is well-known as a graphic embosser with Tiger integration. Using the Graphic Embosser with Tiger Software To begin, […]
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Remap keys on keyboard with sharp keys and screen reader commands – YouTube
Dr. Robinson demonstrates how to remap a key on a keyboard using SharpKeys, which is especially useful for laptops that lack an Applications key. She explains that many screen readers require an Applications key, but not all laptops include one. By remapping an unused key, such as a backslash or the 2nd alt key, students […]
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Jaws Braille Math editor in Word by Aubrey – YouTube
Dr. Robinson demonstrates how to use the Jaws Braille Math Editor for solving basic math problems. She begins by explaining the process of opening the editor using 3-7-4-6 space on the braille display. This command quickly opens the Jaws Braille Math Editor for users. Once in the editor, she types “10 + 5 = 15” […]
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Spanish Braille using JAWS on Display
Setting up Spanish Braille using JAWS-enabled Braille display involves a few key steps. First, configure the Braille profile in JAWS by pressing Insert + 6 to open the settings center. Navigate to the Braille mode settings and select Spanish (Spain International) as the default language. This ensures the Braille output is in Spanish Grade 1. You can […]
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Math Work in Excel: Solving Inequalities with Keyboard Shortcuts
Dr. Robinson introduces a lesson on using Microsoft Excel to solve math work, specifically focusing on inequalities and graphs. She begins by guiding students on how to put Excel in focus to tackle various math problems in Excel. This helps students to optimize their math work in Excel effectively. Next, she instructs them to create […]
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Perfect Touch Typing leads to Fast keyboarding for Blind Student
Becoming a Perfect Touch-Typing expert, especially for someone who is young and relies on a screen reader or needs an electric brailler to learn touch typing on braille keys, involves consistent practice and proper technique. Start by familiarizing yourself with the keyboard layout, focusing on the home row keys where your fingers should rest. Maintain […]
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Track Changes with Commands-inserting comments and editing work
Track Changes in Microsoft Word is an essential tool for collaborative editing and document management. It allows multiple users to make and review edits, providing a clear, organized record of all changes. This feature is invaluable for maintaining the integrity of the original document while incorporating feedback from various contributors. By visually displaying insertions, deletions, […]
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Special hands using braille display with screen reader
Two Young ladies have Special hands using a braille display with screen reader. The Focus Braille Display, particularly the Focus 40 Blue 5th Generation, is a robust and portable device designed for visually impaired users. It features a durable aluminum and steel housing with bumpers to absorb shocks, making it ideal for everyday use. Kaleigh was […]