The ADA and Core Technologies for Nonvisual Access

The ADA and Core Technologies for Nonvisual Access

When
Feb 24, 20163:00pm to 4:30pm
Eastern Time
Cost
Free
Where
1333 Moursund, Houston, TX 77030
Format
Live event
Category
ADA Basics
Region
Region 5 – Great Lakes ADA Center
Region 6 – Southwest ADA Center
ADA Knowledge Translation Center

This webinar will combine aspects of the ADA as it relates to Assistive Technologies that benefit people with low vision or individuals who are blind. Presenters include Diego Demaya, Legal Specialist with the Southwest ADA Center, and Curtis Chong, Assistive Technologist with the New Mexico Commission for the Blind. During the presentation we will discuss: •Recent ADA cases involving access for persons who are Blind and individuals with low vision. •Talk about employment-related technology access issues for individuals who are Blind or experience low vision. •Go over some examples of auxiliary aids that are useful in places of public accommodation for individuals who are Blind or experience low vision. Sessions are presented via a fully accessible Blackboard Web Conferencing platform. For first time users it is recommended that you prepare your technology prior to the session. Captioning is also provided via the Blackboard Web Conferencing platform.  Continuing education credits are available through RESNA for those who have completed the application process prior to the session. There is a $28 fee to receive credits for each webinar.

Event Details

Status
Open

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