Latest Assistivetechnology Podcast Episodes
20 Minute Tech Tips: Navigate the Microsoft Store with JAWS
Freedom Scientific Training Podcast - June 28, 2024 09:50 - 18 minutesIn this Tech Tip, we provide a detailed walkthrough of the Microsoft Store. We explain how to use JAWS to access and navigate the store, search for apps, and utilize various features. We also cover the types of content available, including apps, games, and AI tools, and describe different wa...
FSCast246, a visit with Dr. Tim Cordes, plus Crystal Jones talks about Microsoft's Disability Answer Desk
Freedom Scientific FSCast - June 26, 2024 12:37 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 22 ratingsOn FSCast 246, we’ll meet psychiatrist Dr. Tim Cordes. He’s been working in addiction medicine for nearly 20 years, and back in 2005 was the second totally blind person to graduate from medical school. Then all about Microsoft’s Disability Answer Desk that can help solve problems related to M...
The Power of Microsoft Search, Part Two
Freedom Scientific Training Podcast - June 21, 2024 20:32 - 24 minutesListen in once again as Ron Miller discusses how JAWS users can utilize the Microsoft Search tool to enhance the Microsoft 365 Experience. Part one is also available if you haven't listened yet!
The Power of Microsoft Search, Part One
Freedom Scientific Training Podcast - June 14, 2024 21:14 - 23 minutesListen in as Ron Miller discusses how JAWS users can utilize the Microsoft Search tool to enhance the Microsoft 365 Experience. Discussion topics include search in Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint. Part two is coming soon!
Teaching Resources with Ron Miller, Using Microsoft Teams and Zoom with JAWS Part One
Freedom Scientific Training Podcast - June 11, 2024 22:02 - 37 minutesIn this episode of "Teaching Resources with Ron Miller," we will explore the following topics: Navigating the Microsoft Teams Interface Reading and Composing Chat Messages in Teams Joining Meetings in Teams Scheduling Meeting in Teams
Five Features in Word to Help You Organize Your Files
Freedom Scientific Training Podcast - May 31, 2024 23:03 - 32 minutesIn this podcast episode, Ron Miller provides detailed guidance on how to use Microsoft Word's features to organize files efficiently. The discussion begins with creating folders directly within Word, which many users typically do via File Explorer. Ron then explains the process of handling unsa...
FSCast 245, a demo of PictureSmart chat, all about NLS, and a visit with Gordon Legge
Freedom Scientific FSCast - May 29, 2024 12:47 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 22 ratingsOn FSCast 245, a demo of how PictureSmart just got smarter thanks to the new chat feature. Then Alice O’Reilly, Chief of the Collections Division, and Tamara Rorie, head of Patron Engagement at NLS, talk about the array of free services and devices available to people living in the United Stat...
20 Minute Tech Tips: Chat with Picture Smart AI
Freedom Scientific Training Podcast - May 28, 2024 11:38 - 18 minutes20 Minute Tech Tips is back with another episode on Picture Smart AI. This time, we're showcasing the new Chat feature, and demonstrating how conversing with Picture Smart AI can help you fine tune your description results! Freedom Scientific Unveils Revolutionary PictureSmart AI for JAWS – Tr...
An Introduction to OneNote with JAWS
Freedom Scientific Training Podcast - May 21, 2024 16:29 - 38 minutesAre you new to using Microsoft OneNote with JAWS? Need a way to create notes and keep up with important information? Then check out our latest episode. We’ll provide an overview of the OneNote interface, plus show you how to organize, manage, and share notes to improve collaboration and producti...
Teaching Resources with Ron Miller, Quickly Getting Help in JAWS Part Two
Freedom Scientific Training Podcast - May 11, 2024 00:01 - 19 minutesIn this Training, Ron Miller will discuss: JAWS Command search JAWS Find Command Virtualize The Current Window JAWS Speech History JAWS Utility Folder
20 Minute Tech Tips: Searching in Gmail
Freedom Scientific Training Podcast - May 03, 2024 20:02 - 17 minutesListen in to our new series, 20 Minute Tech Tips. Hear Elizabeth Whitaker as she demonstrates a few powerful tips for Searching in Gmail. For more tips for transitioning from Basic HTML to Standard view in Gmail, check out our previous training: https://www.freedomscientific.com/webinars/tran...
Teaching Resources with Ron Miller, Quickly Getting Help in JAWS Part One
Freedom Scientific Training Podcast - April 26, 2024 19:35 - 28 minutesIn this Training, Ron Miller will discuss: Using the JAWS Help System Screen Sensitive Help Keyboard Help App specific Help Hotkey Help Windows Key Help –– The JAWS® Training page is your one-stop source for finding free training materials, in a variety of formats, and on a range...
FSCast 244, a visit with Ana González Arean, plus Nicky Gillies and Cathy Miller from the Louisiana DeafBlind project
Freedom Scientific FSCast - April 24, 2024 12:59 - 52 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratingsOn FSCast 244, we’ll meet Ana Gonzalez Arean. She’ll talk about growing up in Venezuela and becoming a language professor at two universities, but then needing to move to Spain to start a new life for herself. Then, Cathy Miller and Nicky Gillies from the Louisiana DeafBlind project discuss so...
Five Power Tips for Navigating Google Docs with JAWS
Freedom Scientific Training Podcast - April 19, 2024 20:22 - 35 minutesAre you new to Google Docs and JAWS? Want to learn how to write, edit, and navigate documents more efficiently? Then check out our podcast. We’ll provide an overview of the Docs layout, demonstrate powerful features to help you create and manage documents more efficiently, and show you keyboard ...
Access Files in Teams with JAWS
Freedom Scientific Training Podcast - April 12, 2024 23:26 - 14 minutesIn this short demo, Elizabeth Whitaker demonstrates file navigation and search within the newest version of Microsoft Teams (April 2024).
FSCast 243, archive of the March 2024 FSOpenLine
Freedom Scientific FSCast - April 10, 2024 13:06 - 47 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratingsOn the archive of the March FSOpenLine, people share their favorite things to do with PictureSmart AI, including how to use it with FaceInView to describe what’s in the background. And of course questions on a variety of other topics including why JAWS place markers sometimes lose their place, w...
JAWS Speech History with Ron Miller
Freedom Scientific Training Podcast - April 05, 2024 20:55 - 23 minutesRon Miller demonstrates the Speech History Feature in JAWS. JAWS Speech History gives you the ability to review the last 500 announcements that were spoken by the speech synthesizer. If you miss one or more messages spoken by JAWS, you can press INSERT+SPACEBAR, followed by H to open a Results V...
An Introduction to the New Teams with JAWS
Freedom Scientific Training Podcast - April 01, 2024 09:17 - 32 minutesDo you use Microsoft Teams at home, work, or school? Need tips for navigating the new Teams with JAWS? Listen in to us and our special guest, Brett Humphrey from Microsoft for, “An Introduction to the New Teams with JAWS.” We’ll provide an overview of the Teams interface and show you how to: ...
FSCast 242, a demo of PictureSmart AI, and a visit with Anil Lewis
Freedom Scientific FSCast - March 27, 2024 14:18 - 46 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratingsOn FSCast 242, we’ll put the newly released Picture Smart AI through its paces, and you’ll hear the detailed descriptions it can generate for everything from a bar chart to a frame from a YouTube video. Then, a visit with longtime blindness advocate Anil Lewis, Executive Director of Blindness In...
Teaching Resources with Ron Miller, Reading and Editing Text with JAWS Part 2
Freedom Scientific Training Podcast - March 22, 2024 16:42 - 14 minutesOur training series for teachers and assistive technology instructors serves as a guide to use when teaching JAWS. Through its targeted lessons, quizzes, and a multitude of free resources, you will gain new skills to help you train your students and clients. Listen as Ron Miller gives a tutorial...
20 Minute Tech Tips: Picture Smart AI
Freedom Scientific Training Podcast - March 15, 2024 21:07 - 25 minutesListen in to our new series, 20 Minute Tech Tips. We're excited to kick off this new monthly podcast with a dive into Picture Smart AI, an all new feature in JAWS and Fusion as of March 2024. Freedom Scientific Unveils Revolutionary PictureSmart AI for JAWS – Transforming Accessibility with AI...
Split Braille in JAWS 2024: Show Speaker's Notes in PowerPoint Presentation View
Freedom Scientific Training Podcast - March 08, 2024 22:59 - 3 minutesThe new Split Braille feature in JAWS 2024 gives Braille display users powerful new functionality, including the ability to view content from different locations on the same Braille line using one of several types of views. When a Split Braille view is active, your Braille display is split into ...
Split Braille in JAWS 2024: Message List Plus Preview Pane View
Freedom Scientific Training Podcast - March 08, 2024 22:56 - 4 minutesThe new Split Braille feature in JAWS 2024 gives Braille display users powerful new functionality, including the ability to view content from different locations on the same Braille line using one of several types of views. When a Split Braille view is active, your Braille display is split into ...
Teaching Resources with Ron Miller, Reading and Editing Text with JAWS Part 1
Freedom Scientific Training Podcast - March 01, 2024 20:32 - 19 minutesOur training series for teachers and assistive technology instructors serves as a guide to use when teaching JAWS. Through its targeted lessons, quizzes, and a multitude of free resources, you will gain new skills to help you train your students and clients. Listen as Ron Miller gives a tutorial...
FSCast 241, all about accessible gaming
Freedom Scientific FSCast - February 28, 2024 13:21 - 46 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratingsOn FSCast 241, guest host Mohammed Laachir introduces us to the world of accessible gaming. He'll visit with Jesse Anderson, who runs the IllegallySighted YouTube channel, to talk about some of the games that you can play if you're blind or low vision. Then Mohammed talks with NightBlade, who ...
Ten Tips for Customizing Your Outlook Calendar with JAWS, Part Two
Freedom Scientific Training Podcast - February 23, 2024 12:23 - 35 minutesAre you looking for ways to navigate and customize your Outlook Calendar with JAWS more efficiently? Then listen to part two of our podcast, Ten Tips for Customizing Your Outlook Calendar with JAWS. Check out part one if you haven't! https://www.freedomscientific.com/training/freewebinars/
Ten Tips for Customizing Your Outlook Calendar with JAWS, Part One
Freedom Scientific Training Podcast - February 16, 2024 12:20 - 16 minutesAre you looking for ways to navigate and customize your Outlook Calendar with JAWS more efficiently? Then listen to part one of our podcast, Ten Tips for Customizing Your Outlook Calendar with JAWS. Part Two coming soon! https://www.freedomscientific.com/training/freewebinars/
ZoomText Demo: Saving Default Settings
Freedom Scientific Training Podcast - February 09, 2024 22:25 - 11 minutesLearn how to save, customize, and access default settings in ZoomText! ZoomText Magnifier/Reader is a fully integrated magnification and reading program tailored for low-vision users. Magnifier/Reader enlarges and enhances everything on your computer screen, echoes your typing and essential pr...
Celebrating 200 Years of Braille!
Freedom Scientific Training Podcast - February 02, 2024 15:58 - 45 minutes2024 marks the 200th anniversary of braille. To celebrate, we are held a special event to commemorate the major milestones that make up the history of braille. Join us and some very special guests as we discuss how braille is used at home, in school, and in the workplace. We also share stories a...
FSCast 240, a visit with Doug Geoffray, and a demo of the Bitwarden password manager
Freedom Scientific FSCast - January 31, 2024 13:02 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 22 ratingsOn FSCast 240, we're joined by screen reading pioneer Doug Geoffray. We’ll hear about the development of Vocal-Eyes, Window-Eyes, and Doug’s eventual transition to Microsoft, where he helps ensure that their new products are accessible. Then, a deep dive into password managers, two-factor au...