Freedom Scientific Training Podcast

Microsoft Teams and JAWS, Beyond the Basics

January 22, 2021 23:45 - 48 minutes - 67.2 MB

In this session, Matt Ater, Vice President of Software Engineering and Corporate Business Development, goes beyond the basics and demonstrates how to do the following with JAWS 2021 and Microsoft Teams: Navigate the Teams interface Use chat and post in Teams channels Attach and open files Use the calendar feature

Access at Your Fingertips, the Focus Blue Braille Display

January 15, 2021 22:08 - 22 minutes - 30.6 MB

Listen to this episode to learn more about using refreshable braille with your computer or mobile device. In Access at Your Fingertips, the Focus Blue Braille Display, we cover the following: A quick overview of the Focus and its functions How to connect the Focus via USB or Bluetooth Select braille input and output Configuration options, and more

Celebrating Braille Literacy!

January 08, 2021 21:50 - 43 minutes - 59.9 MB

Want to get more out of your braille hardware? Have questions about a specific device? To get answers to these questions and more, stream or download our training, “Celebrating Braille Literacy! Come and ask your braille hardware questions!” In this session, we provide an overview of our braille devices, discuss useful features, and answer your questions. Find out how to: Use Braille study mode to enhance your braille reading and writing skills Improve your speed and efficiency by using...

JAWS OCR, What It Is and How It Works!

December 31, 2020 16:55 - 13 minutes - 18.3 MB

Need to read inaccessible PDF documents? Want to access them with a few simple commands? Stream our training, “JAWS OCR: What It Is and How It Works!” During this episode, we will: Describe OCR and discuss its benefits Demonstrate how to access the Convenient OCR feature in JAWS Provide keyboard commands for accessing OCR

Using Microsoft Word with JAWS

December 18, 2020 22:24 - 34 minutes - 47 MB

Are you new to Microsoft Word? Want to learn more about creating and accessing documents in this popular word processing application? Whether you use JAWS and Word or are instructing others on how to do so, we’ll introduce important features, provide keyboard commands, and show you what’s new with JAWS and Word.

Google Chrome and JAWS

December 11, 2020 22:19 - 24 minutes - 34 MB

Are you new to the Google Chrome browser? Want to add to your arsenal of web-browsing tools as a JAWS user? Then listen to and watch our Google Chrome and JAWS podcast. We introduce you to Google Chrome features, demonstrate various browser-related tasks and provide useful shortcuts to improve the overall browsing experience.

Google Calendar and JAWS: An Instructional Demonstration

December 04, 2020 23:58 - 25 minutes - 35.3 MB

Looking for an accessible way to manage your busy schedule? Then stream our instructional demonstration, Google Calendar and JAWS. In this training, we show you how to add meetings, create events, add reminders, send invitations to other users, sync your Google calendar with other calendars, and more.

More Than Just Voice Changes, Accessing JAWS Settings

November 20, 2020 23:50 - 41 minutes - 57.1 MB

Want to get the most out of using JAWS? Interested in learning how to customize settings to meet your needs? Tune in to this episode! During this webinar, we will: Show you how to access JAWS Quick Settings Demonstrate how to access the JAWS Settings Center Discuss ways to customize JAWS so it works for you

The World of Braille Devices with Freedom Scientific

November 14, 2020 00:40 - 36 minutes - 50.2 MB

In this session, our team is joined by special guests Ron Miller, Blind Technology Product Specialist, and Jeff Bazer, Director of South-Central Sales. Listen as we discuss the advantages of the Focus Blue 5th Generation braille displays over other braille displays on the market. The Focus Blue family of braille displays is available in three models: 14-cell, 40-cell, and 80-cell. Each model is suitable for different levels of productivity and ensures reliable operation whether you’re on t...

Google Sheets and JAWS

November 06, 2020 23:08 - 32 minutes - 44.4 MB

New to Google Sheets? Want to learn more about how you can create, access, and edit spreadsheets from anywhere?. In the webinar we introduce you to the Google Sheets application, demonstrate important tasks, and provide useful shortcuts to improve your user experience.

Using Microsoft Excel with JAWS

October 30, 2020 21:57 - 31 minutes - 42.9 MB

In this webinar, we’ll introduce you to Excel and show you how to create and save workbooks, add and remove rows and columns in worksheets, find data, and navigate in and between multiple worksheets. No matter your skill level, we’ll show you essential keyboard commands, and a few tips and tricks for using JAWS with Excel.

Using Gmail with JAWS

October 23, 2020 21:49 - 18 minutes - 16.5 MB

Want to know how to access your Gmail from anywhere using Google’s Web Mail option? Check out this instructional demonstration, Gmail and JAWS. We outline optimal accessibility settings, show you how to work with messages, and discuss important features designed to enhance your email experience.

Hosting a Zoom Meeting with JAWS

October 16, 2020 18:48 - 25 minutes - 35.6 MB

Are you new to hosting meetings on the Zoom conferencing platform? Need to access important features and settings? Join us Thursday, October 15 at noon Eastern for our live webinar, “Hosting a Zoom Meeting with JAWS.” During this webinar, we will: Demonstrate how to navigate Zoom settings for hosting meetings Discuss widely-used features Provide keyboard commands for quickly performing tasks

JAWS and ZoomText Certification

October 09, 2020 22:57 - 25 minutes - 34.9 MB

Both the JAWS and ZoomText certification programs are online knowledge-based exams for the JAWS Screen Reader and ZoomText Magnifier/Reader. Whether you’re a trainer, consultant, agency staff member, or user, these exams can be used to demonstrate your proficiency with these applications. In this session, we discuss the following: Details on preparing for and taking each exam Certificate costs Exam-taking tips Links to important exam resources

An Introduction to Microsoft Teams and JAWS

October 02, 2020 22:31 - 28 minutes - 39.1 MB

Learn new ways to chat and engage with others using JAWS with Microsoft Teams. In this training, we show you how to: Navigate the Teams interface Start or join a chat Work with others, and more Don’t forget to check out the Freedom Scientific Training Center for a schedule of upcoming events, webinars on demand, and more.

Using Outlook With JAWS

September 25, 2020 18:34 - 32 minutes - 44.9 MB

New to Microsoft Outlook? Want to improve your JAWS skills with this popular email application? Listen as we demonstrate a variety of tasks related to creating and reading emails, creating appointments, accessing the Outlook calendar, and more. In addition, we show you useful keyboard commands, introduce you to important features, and talk about what’s new with Outlook and JAWS.

Exploring the Edge Chromium Browser with JAWS

September 18, 2020 21:11 - 22 minutes - 31.6 MB

Are you new to the Microsoft Edge Chromium web browser? Want to learn about features that will enhance your browsing experience? To get answers to these questions and more, stream or download our training, “Exploring the Edge Chromium Browser with JAWS.” Microsoft Edge is the default web browser in Windows 10. The latest version of Edge uses Chromium, the same technology used in Google Chrome. Compatible with modern websites, Edge provides a great alternative to Internet Explorer. In thi...

Using Microsoft OneDrive with JAWS

September 09, 2020 12:19 - 22 minutes - 41.5 MB

Are you looking for a way to store and access files in the cloud? Microsoft OneDrive, a file hosting and synchronization service, is one way to do it. In this episode, we provide an overview of OneDrive and show you how to do the following with JAWS: Navigate within OneDrive Upload, download, and share files Sync files, folders, and more Don’t forget to check out the Freedom Scientific Training Center for a schedule of upcoming events, webinars on demand, and more.

ElBraille! What It Is and What It Does! Answering FAQs with Ron Miller

August 31, 2020 20:10 - 21 minutes - 39.3 MB

Looking for a portable solution that combines the flexibility of a mainstream Windows 10 computer with the ultimate accessibility options? Want to learn more about a compact device that includes JAWS screen reader, Focus Blue braille display, and braille keyboard? To get answers to these questions and more, stream our training, "ElBraille! What It Is and What It Does!" In this episode, we interview Ron Miller, Braille Technology Product Specialist, to discuss and get insight on the followi...

Introduction to Technology for Teachers and Assistive Technology Instructors

August 25, 2020 00:14 - 30 minutes - 55.6 MB

Are you a teacher of the visually impaired or an assistive technology instructor? Looking for training that will help you gain an understanding of the software and technology your students use every day? In this episode we’ll introduce you to new content created just for you, plus tell you how and where to access it. Our new training series discusses: Why JAWS is important What sets JAWS apart from other products Accessible typing tutorials Tips for teaching students keyboarding skill...

Write, Edit, and Collaborate Using Google Docs and JAWS

August 20, 2020 23:00 - 23 minutes - 42.6 MB

This episode highlights many of the powerful features that Google Docs has to offer. Whether you use it at home, school, or work, you’ll benefit from this task-based training highlighting important editing and formatting tools that make document creation and collaboration possible with this popular application. In this episode, we show how to: Collaborate in Google Docs with JAWS Use comments and the Find command in Google Docs Get help in Google Docs Share a Google Doc using JAWS ...

Google Docs and JAWS

August 14, 2020 19:21 - 27 minutes - 51 MB

Are you new to Google Docs? Want to learn more about how you can write, edit, and collaborate on documents from anywhere? In this episode we introduce you to Google Docs, describe its layout, demonstrate its powerful features, and provide useful shortcuts to improve your user experience. Don’t forget to check out the Freedom Scientific Training Center for a schedule of upcoming events, webinars on demand, and more.

Fusion, Setting Up Your Computer So It’s Perfect for Your Vision!

August 10, 2020 16:00 - 54 minutes - 49.7 MB

Fusion combines the screen magnification features of ZoomText and the screen reading features of JAWS into one application. In this episode we’ll go over 10 steps to help you set up a working environment on your computer to match your visual and speech needs. Don’t forget to check out the Freedom Scientific Training Center for a schedule of upcoming events, webinars on demand, and more.

Customizing Voices for Easy Listening with JAWS or Fusion

August 03, 2020 22:34 - 42 minutes - 39.4 MB

In this session we discuss a variety of tasks for selecting and configuring different voice settings. Use these tools and tips to customize how you want to hear JAWS or Fusion speak. Items covered in this training include the following: An overview of what a voice profile is How to access voice settings How to add and remove voices How to switch voice profiles How to create voice profiles for specific applications Don’t forget to check out the Freedom Scientific Training Center f...

So Many Cursors, So Little Time, Understanding Cursors in JAWS

July 27, 2020 16:12 - 59 minutes - 61.2 MB

Let's see, there's the PC cursor, the Virtual PC cursor, the Scan cursor, the JAWS cursor, and even an Invisible cursor. Ever wondered why there are so many cursors in JAWS? Want greater access to information on the screen? Want to know where and when to use a specific cursor? Then listen to So Many Cursors, So Little Time, Understanding Cursors in JAWS. During this session, we'll give you: An overview of each cursor and its function Instructions for activating each cursor Benefits of...

How to Play Videos on YouTube with JAWS, Part 3

July 19, 2020 23:51 - 6 minutes - 5.97 MB

In part three of this series, you'll learn how to use JAWS and the keyboard to explore playlists in YouTube. We'll show you how to choose from available playlists to filter videos, queue them for future enjoyment, and more. Don’t forget to check out the Freedom Scientific Training Center for a schedule of upcoming events, webinars on demand, and more.

How to Play Videos on YouTube with JAWS, Part 2

July 17, 2020 20:51 - 5 minutes - 4.67 MB

In part two of this three-part series, we use JAWS and the keyboard to navigate the Freedom Scientific Training Channel on YouTube. We look at regions on the page as well as tab controls for videos and playlists. In addition, you'll learn how to use JAWS to read information about a video such as its title, length, view counts, and more. Don’t forget to check out the Freedom Scientific Training Center for a schedule of upcoming events, webinars on demand, and more.

How to Play Videos on YouTube with JAWS, Episode 1

July 12, 2020 19:20 - 5 minutes - 5.34 MB

In this three-part series, we explore YouTube and show how to: Navigate and play videos with JAWS screen reader. Go through a channel’s playlists. Create your own playlist to watch videos now or later. In episode one, we look at the general layout of the YouTube video window and its controls. From there we show you the JAWS keystrokes for controlling the video window and for playing and pausing videos. Don’t forget to check out the Freedom Scientific Training Center for a schedule of...

How to Play Videos on YouTube with JAWS, Part 1

July 12, 2020 19:20 - 5 minutes - 5.34 MB

In this three-part series, we explore YouTube and show how to: Navigate and play videos with JAWS screen reader. Go through a channel’s playlists. Create your own playlist to watch videos now or later. In part one, we look at the general layout of the YouTube video window and its controls. From there we show you the JAWS keystrokes for controlling the video window and for playing and pausing videos. Don’t forget to check out the Freedom Scientific Training Center for a schedule of up...

Introducing FSReader – A Gateway to Additional JAWS Training

July 07, 2020 17:43 - 6 minutes - 6.66 MB

FSReader is a DAISY book reading software that comes with every copy of JAWS. DAISY stands for Digital Accessible Information System. FSReader can read most DAISY files, even those from other content creators, but what you may or may not know is that it’s also a portal to additional free training material. In this episode, you’ll learn how to: Start FSReader from the Start menu, desktop shortcut, or JAWS Help menu Navigate and understand the layout of the FSReader window using navigatio...

Introduction to Windows 10 and JAWS

June 29, 2020 19:30 - 21 minutes - 15.4 MB

In this podcast, Dan Clark of Freedom Scientific introduces you to Windows 10 and demonstrates various ways to use JAWS with Windows 10.

Introduction to the Freedom Scientific Training Podcast

June 29, 2020 19:22 - 11 minutes - 10.8 MB

Listen to Rachel, Liz, and Dan introduce Freedom Scientific's new Training podcast. Would you like to download Freedom Scientific’s audio training content on your smart phone or mobile device? Want the convenience of listening to the step by step instructional demos we provide on your Amazon Echo or Google Home device? The Freedom Scientific Training podcast places hours of free audio training content right at your fingertips. You can listen to free lessons on a variety of topics ranging fro...

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