[nabs-l] taking a introduction computer class

[Nicole B. Torcolini at Home]

As well as the regular course material, could they purchase some of the 
guides that are made specifically for JAWS users? I know that there are at 
least ones for Word and Powerpoint because I used them myself. That being 
said, though, I am not sure if they exist for the most recent versions of 
the office programs.

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Ashley Bramlett" <bookwormahb at earthlink.net>
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Sent: Tuesday, November 15, 2011 2:05 PM
Subject: [nabs-l] taking a introduction computer class


> Hi all,
> What has been your experience taking mainstream computer classes at a 
> college? I am considering one. Its called something like introduction to 
> computer concepts and applications. It focuses on the MS office suite as 
> well as computer knowledge like terms, hardware, software, components of 
> the computer, things like that. I heard its half lecture or maybe more 
> than half lecture and the rest hands on in the lab working on a computer.
> The lecture and book cover the computer knowledge/terms/theory and hands 
> on teaches Word, Powerpoint, internet, and some database which is Access, 
> although I’m  not sure as the catolog did not specify.
>
>
> How could the professor teach me these things? Explain computer commands 
> with Office short cut keys? This class is required for AA degree students 
> but I’m taking it to get more computer knowledge not only about MS office 
> but about computer operations in general. They will install jaws 12 upon 
> request, but professors know nothing about jaws, other than clicking the 
> icon to turn it on. So I’m on my own for jaws commands.
> Maybe I can work with the instructor in office hours but I’d like to get 
> the most out of class.
>
> I know the past blind students worked closely with the professor for help.
>
> Ashley
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