Tuesday, July 29, 2014

Change of Dates - Web/IT Accessibility Trainings - Clemson and via Webinar

Previously scheduled for July 29 and 30, they're now scheduled for August 18 and 19.
If you registered before, you’ll need to register again for these dates.

Note: There is no charge for these trainings.

Web and IT Accessibility Training - Entry Level

Date:
Monday, August 18, 2014
Time: 10:00 am to 12:30 pm
Location: Clemson Research Park or Webinar via Adobe Connect
Trainers:
Steve Cook, SCCB
Janet Jendron, SCATP, ATAC

Description: Learn about basic accessibility and usability issues with web and information technology. See how people who use assistive technology interact with electronic information. Learn about the SC Web Testers Program, which trains people with and without disabilities to evaluate web pages and electronic information for accessibility and usability. Explanation of the accessibility /usability questionnaire used by the SC Web Testers. Overview of online tools that can be used to evaluate web pages with respect to basic requirements of federal laws.

Location if attending in person:
Advanced Materials Research Laboratory Seminar Room
Clemson Research Park
91 Technology Drive
Anderson, SC 29625

NOTE: Attendees need to bring their own laptops if attending in person.  We'll have a wireless connection for you. You can also access the training through Adobe Connect. Choose the appropriate link below to register for in-person or via Adobe Connect.

To register for this workshop:

For questions about training content, email Janet Jendron at Janet.Jendron@uscmed.sc.edu or call 803-935-5273
For questions about location or Adobe Connect, email Dan Bish at dbish@clemson.edu or call 864-656-9038

Evaluating Web and IT for Accessibility/Usability

Date:  Tuesday, August 19, 2014
Time: 10:00 am to 12:30 pm
Location: Clemson Research Park or Webinar via Adobe Connect
Trainers:
CB Averitt, Senior Consultant, Deque Systems
Janet Jendron, ATAC, SCATP

Description: Brief overview of laws affecting accessibility of electronic information. Overview of assistive technologies used to access electronic information. History and future of the SC Web Testers Program, which trains people with and without disabilities to evaluate web pages and electronic information for accessibility and usability. In depth discussion of accessibility principles/challenges and how they can be evaluated using online tools (e.g., FireBug, WAVE, Web Accessibility and Web Developer Toolbars). Training will be based on the SC Web Testers accessibility/usability questionnaire. Some attention will be given to accessibility solutions.

Location if attending in person:
Advanced Materials Research Laboratory Seminar Room
Clemson Research Park
91 Technology Drive
Anderson, SC 29625

NOTE: Attendees need to bring their own laptops if attending in person.  We'll have a wireless connection for you. You can also access the training through Adobe Connect.
Choose the appropriate link below to register for in-person or via Adobe Connect.

To register for this workshop:

For questions about training content, email Janet Jendron at Janet.Jendron@uscmed.sc.edu or call 803-935-5273
For questions about location or Adobe Connect, email Dan Bish at dbish@clemson.edu or call 864-656-9038





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Wednesday, July 23, 2014

Web and IT Accessibility Training - Entry Level

Note: There is no charge for these trainings

Web and IT Accessibility Training - Entry Level

Date:
Tuesday, July 29, 2014
Time: 10:00 am to 12:30 pm
Location: Clemson Research Park or Webinar via Adobe Connect
Trainers:
Steve Cook, SCCB
Janet Jendron, SCATP, ATAC

Description: Learn about basic accessibility and usability issues with web and information technology. See how people who use assistive technology interact with electronic information. Learn about the SC Web Testers Program, which trains people with and without disabilities to evaluate web pages and electronic information for accessibility and usability. Explanation of the accessibility /usability questionnaire used by the SC Web Testers. Overview of online tools that can be used to evaluate web pages with respect to basic requirements of federal laws.

Location if attending in person:
Advanced Materials Research Laboratory Seminar Room
Clemson Research Park
91 Technology Drive
Anderson, SC 29625

NOTE: Attendees need to bring their own laptops if attending in person.  We'll have a wireless connection for you. You can also access the training through Adobe Connect. Choose the appropriate link below to register for in-person or via Adobe Connect.

To register for this workshop:
For questions about training content, email Janet Jendron at Janet.Jendron@uscmed.sc.edu or call 803-935-5273
For questions about location or Adobe Connect, email Dan Bish at dbish@clemson.edu or call 864-656-9038

Evaluating Web and IT for Accessibility/Usability

Date
: Wednesday, July 30, 2014
Time: 10:00 am to 12:30 pm
Location: Clemson Research Park or Webinar via Adobe Connect
Trainers:
CB Averitt, Senior Consultant, Deque Systems
Janet Jendron, ATAC, SCATP

Description: Brief overview of laws affecting accessibility of electronic information. Overview of assistive technologies used to access electronic information. History and future of the SC Web Testers Program, which trains people with and without disabilities to evaluate web pages and electronic information for accessibility and usability. In depth discussion of accessibility principles/challenges and how they can be evaluated using online tools (e.g., FireBug, WAVE, Web Accessibility and Web Developer Toolbars). Training will be based on the SC Web Testers accessibility/usability questionnaire. Some attention will be given to accessibility solutions.

Location if attending in person:
Advanced Materials Research Laboratory Seminar Room
Clemson Research Park
91 Technology Drive
Anderson, SC 29625

NOTE: Attendees need to bring their own laptops if attending in person.  We'll have a wireless connection for you. You can also access the training through Adobe Connect.
Choose the appropriate link below to register for in-person or via Adobe Connect.

To register for this workshop:

For questions about training content, email Janet Jendron at Janet.Jendron@uscmed.sc.edu or call 803-935-5273
For questions about location or Adobe Connect, email Dan Bish at dbish@clemson.edu or call 864-656-9038

Tuesday, July 08, 2014

Sensory Integration

DoE and Autism Society Autism Trainings

Please register for workshops at the SC Autism Society Webpage
Location: 806 12th Street
West Columbia, SC 29169
(800) 438-4790

Sensory Integration

July 30 , 2014
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
How to help you child with Sensory Processing Disorder.


To learn more, please click on the above title.
To access the CDR Library catalog, please click on this link

Wednesday, July 02, 2014

Splash Bash 2014!




Be sure to visit the SC Assistive Technology exhibit at
Splash Bash 2014
SWIM, PLAY & LEISURE
with adapted services by HealthSouth Columbia

When: August 23, 2014
Time: 10am - 5pm
Location: Dreher Island State Park, 3677 State Park Road, Prosperity, SC 29127
Registration: FREE
What: Water sports, fishing, access to adaptive equipment for hunting and other wheelchair sports.
For More Information: Contact Rafe Ellisor, 803-401-1365, rafe.ellisor@healthsouth.com

A variety of organizations and vendors will be present to provide their expertise and services.
Enjoy adapted sports and leisure activities for adults and young adults (14 years & older) with disabilities.

You must be preregistered to attend.

Tuesday, July 01, 2014

Save the date! NEDA is pleased to announce the upcoming Summerville, SC NEDA Walk!



Save the date! NEDA is pleased to announce the upcoming Summerville, SC NEDA Walk scheduled for Saturday, November 8th, 2014 at Town Square!

 Challenge yourself to be an advocate for eating disorders in your community. The walk is coming up soon so
 be sure to register nowform or join a team and donate! Help us bring together a community and raise
 awareness on the dangers of eating disorders! Need help fundraising? The NEDA Walk Participant Packet is
 full of ideas and great tips!

Additionally, if you belong to an organization or work for a corporation that you think would be willing to
 sponsor the walk, please contact me as soon as possible! Download the NEDA Walk Sponsorship Packet
for more information and a complete listing of the different sponsorship levels and benefits.

Walk Information

Walk: Summerville, SC NEDA Walk

Date: Saturday, November 8th, 2014, 11:30AM - 1:30PM

Location: Town Square

Walk Coordinator: Renay Marsh

Contact Email: teaceng@yahoo.com
Thank you so much for your support! Your efforts allow NEDA to provide programs which help individuals
 and their families affected by eating disorders.
We look forward to seeing you in Summerville for our NEDA Walk!
Sincerely,
Julie Steinberg
National Walk Manager
T: 212-575-6200 Ext 322
E: jsteinberg@nationaleatingdisorders.org

National Eating Disorders Association, 165 W 46th St #402, New York, NY 10036, (212) 575-6200