Successful Transition to College: the Role of Technology– FREE CTD Webinar

Hosted by: Bryan Ayres and Janet Peters

This event will discuss key points surrounding student use of Assistive Technology and the transitioning to employment or post-secondary environments. It will highlight the QIAT-PS Tool and prompt interactive discussions on the procedures and activities needed for K-12 professionals to improve this process.

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May 11, 2015: 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm EST

Using BARD (Braille and Audio Reading Download) Workshop

BARD allows New York State Talking Book and Braille Library patrons to download their digital audio books. The downloaded books can then be played on their digital talking book players issued by NLS (National Library Service). NLS is part of the Library of Congress and administers the BARD system. Senior Librarian Michael Whitney will present this class and will cover the following topics: how to sign up for BARD; how to find books on BARD; how to download BARD books and how to play BARD books. This class is open to Talking Books and Braille Library registered patrons, their care givers, educators and anyone providing assistance to those with print disabilities. Seating is limited and registration is required.

Patrons can register online at: http://www.nysl.nysed.gov/programs/
Saturday, May 9, 2015, 2:00pm – 3:30pm
Location: Librarians Room, 7th floor

Summer Reading- FREE Webinar from LearningAlly

Join the conversation about summer reading and its importance in helping students maintain progress and return to school in the fall confident and prepared. Come with your questions for our expert panel and hear more about:

  • • Best practices and research on summer reading from NSLA
  • • How to motivate struggling readers from author of Raising Passionate Readers
  • • Real-life methods from teachers currently using audiobooks with students
  • • Quick tips for sharing Learning Ally at-home access with parents
  • • Creating daily reading habits in students with print-based disabilities

LearningAlly is a national non-profit dedicated to helping blind, visually impaired and dyslexic students succeed in education. 

To Register, click HERE.