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Bigger is Not Always Better; Understanding Magnification
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When is too much magnification detrimental? Is there an alternative?
Create Books for Students with Visual Impairments Using Tactile Materials
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Books are for everyone!
Teaching VoiceOver Gestures: 2-Finger Tricks and Tips
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Try these tried and true tips when learning VoiceOver gestures or when teaching students/adults 2-finger gestures.

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Try this simple and inexpensive communication app!
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Make A Choice: AAC App Review
I will be taking on a personal project aiming to provide clear, concise explanations of various settings within JAWS, based on my experiences.
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JAWS Topics Series Announcement & First Post: Typing Feedback
Use the Page Width Microsoft Word zoom setting to improve your visual access to documents without having to change the font size!
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Improved View in MS Word!
Converting a semi accessible .pdf textbook quiz into a completely accessible quiz in MS Word.
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ACT WorkKeys Accessibility Part II (.pdf conversion for easier accessibility)
College bound or career bound? Learn about two exciting transition programs!
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College Success and Career Launch Programs at Perkins
Try this digital version of the classic Simon color/sound memory game!
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iSays App Review
Solve these fun and accessible digital crossword puzzles!
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APH Accessible Crossword Puzzle App Review
How to create custom keyboard shortcuts in Windows to open different programs using only your keyboard. Great for screen reader users!
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How to Create Custom Keyboard Shortcuts in Windows
Check out these accessible coding resources!
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Accessible K-12 Computer Science Resources
This second article will focus on the Brailliant 14 and Braille Trail Reader LE (coming soon from APH)
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So Many Braille Displays, Which One is Right for My Student? Part Two
Youth Employment Series (YES) is June 23rd - July 21st, 2019.
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YES Summer Academy Registration
Learn to read by chunks! Part 2 in this series.
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Reading Efficiently with a Screen Reader: Reading by Paragraphs
Remote Desktop Computer Lab Management Software can help create a more enjoyable learning experience for teachers and students
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Remote Desktop Computer Lab Management Software
Helpful set-by-step directions!
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Google Drive and JAWS: Uploading and Downloading Files
Here are two fun Easter-themed activities: Easter Word Scramble and Easter Mad Lib!
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Easter Writing/Tech Activities for Students Who Use Screen Readers
Learn more about Chromebook accessibility here!
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Chromebook: Learning Targets and Lessons on Ways to Zoom

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