[NFBNJ] NFBNJ: Hadley Institute Information

[joe ruffalo]

Greetings to all on the NFBNJ distribution lists.
I have received from Jane Degenshein, President of the Senior and Technology 
Divisions and Coordinator of Newsline registered of the NFBNJ.
Please read and share with others.
I am hoping this announcement list will benefit many!
Are you subscribed to the free service, Newsline Registered?
If not, please contact jane for information to this free service.
Jane Degenshein:
jdegen16 at comcast.net

We care. We share. We grow. We make a difference
Joe Ruffalo, President
National Federation of the Blind of New Jersey
973 743 0075
nfbnj1 at verizon.net
Your old car keys can be keys to literacy for the blind.
Donate your unwanted vehicle to us by clicking
www.carshelpingtheblind.org
or call 855 659 9314

**
fyi

From: Hadley Institute for the Blind and Visually Impaired

Sent: Friday, July 29, 2016 9:24 AM

To: jdegen16 at comcast.net

Subject: Hadley eConnect, July 29, 2016








Header: eConnect Weekly Updates on Hadley Seminars, Courses and More







In this issue...







Reminder — Seminars at Hadley Presents:
An Overview and Basic Introduction to JAWS




Coming Up Next — Seminars at Hadley Presents:
The Lowdown on What's Up with Braille Literacy at Hadley







Also...

Study Tips for Distance Learners

Explore the Significant Improvements to Zoom

Read Up on Bookshare

Did You Miss a Seminar? Visit the Archives































Seminars at Hadley Presents:
An Overview and Basic Introduction to JAWS
Date: Wednesday, August 3, 2016
Time: 11:00 AM CDT; 16:00 GMT




Are you new to JAWS, or just curious about the world's most commonly used 
screen reader? Would you like to learn more about this technology? This 
seminar will discuss and demonstrate beginning keystrokes for navigation and 
the reading of documents and websites. It will discuss some of the 
additional features and capabilities of JAWS in order for new users to build 
their confidence in using it across environments.




Join Seminars at Hadley as Hadley technology instructor Ian Shadrick introduces 
new users to the basics of JAWS.




Larry Muffett, a member of Hadley’s Seminars team, will moderate this 
60-minute seminar. A question and answer session will be included. This 
seminar is an audio-only seminar, and space is limited. Please register only 
if you know you are available to attend so that others are not closed out. 
Register now for An Overview and Basic Introduction to JAWS.













Seminars at Hadley Presents:
The Lowdown on What's Up with Braille Literacy at Hadley
Date: Tuesday, August 9, 2016
Time: 10:00 AM CDT; 15:00 GMT




Want to know what’s going on at Hadley with Braille Literacy? Have you heard 
that there is no point to learning braille because of changes in technology? 
For Hadley, nothing could be further from the truth. If print is difficult 
for you, or you can no longer see print at all, join us to hear other ways 
to learn to read and write — and that includes using braille!




Whether you learn the entire code or the alphabet, braille can be a life 
changing experience. You no longer have to wade through all kinds of 
messages or other recordings to find a simple phone number or grocery list. 
You won’t have to rely on your spouse or other family members to get 
information for you. Learn how these six little dots can give you 
independence, self-confidence and change your life.




Join instructors Sharon Howerton and Danette Johnson as they discuss each of 
the braille literacy courses in Hadley's Adult Continuing Education (ACE) 
program. Hadley’s Braille Student of the Year, Sue Brasel, will join us to 
talk about her experiences and give tips on how to make the most of each 
course.




Kim Walker, Hadley instructor, will moderate this 60-minute seminar. A 
question and answer session will be included. This seminar is an audio-only 
seminar, and space is limited. Please register only if you know you are 
available to attend so that others are not closed out. Register now for The 
Lowdown on What's Up with Braille Literacy.
















Study Tips for Distance Learners
Hadley’s distance education courses give students the flexibility to study 
anytime, anywhere. The trick is staying on top of your lessons! Doing so 
requires being organized, disciplined and staying committed to your studies. 
Because you have so much more flexibility, be mindful not to fall behind. 
Unlike traditional students who are in the classroom and have strict 
deadlines, distance education learners have less reminders and need to stay 
motivated and on track.




Developing good study habits now will not only keep you ahead of the game in 
your education, but also will be useful in managing your work and life. With 
this in mind, we’ve put together some tips to help you get the most out of 
your studies. Read Study Suggestions from Hadley’s student handbook, and 
prepare yourself for success!













Explore the Significant Improvements to Zoom

Zoom is the magnification software that is built right into Apple’s 
operating system. Before iOS 8, Zoom only magnified the screen. The new Zoom 
has really gone out of its way to add some game-changing magnification 
features — and now there are a number of new tools that make the overall 
improvements to Zoom significant. Watch the iFocus video, Using the Zoom 
Features, as we review the improvements to the magnification features and 
take a look at new Zoom tools, too.













Read Up on Bookshare

Did you know that as a currently enrolled ACE/HS Hadley student you can get 
a free membership to Bookshare.org? Bookshare is the largest online library 
for qualified, print impaired individuals. The library provides access to 
more than 90,000 books and 150 periodicals available in synthesized voice, 
refreshable braille or large print.




Hadley and Bookshare have formed a partnership offering special membership 
rates that open up the world of reading. Bookshare books are “accessible,” 
which means you can read the books many different ways. Offering the world’s 
largest collection of accessible titles, students can access the books they 
need for school, work, career advancment, skill development and the simple 
love of reading in formats that work for them. If you're enrolled in an 
ACE/HS course, what are you waiting for? Learn more about Bookshare.













Seminars at Hadley Archives

Did you miss a recent seminar you wanted to attend but the timing wasn't 
right? Or have you listened to all the recent seminars and still want more? 
We've got you covered! Delve deep into the Seminars at Hadley archives where 
you'll find interesting listening on subjects ranging from cooking to travel 
to professional development courses — and much more. Visit the Past Seminars 
page and settle in for an enlightening and fun hour!









Did you receive this email as a forward? Sign up here for eConnect.

















About Hadley   Donate   Enroll










Footer: Hadley Institute for the Blind and Visually Impaired. 700 Elm 
Street, Winnetka, IL 60093. 800.323.4238, hadley.edu (formerly The Hadley 
School for the Blind)













Facebook  Twitter  YouTube  LinkedIn












This message was sent to jdegen16 at comcast.net from:

Hadley Institute for the Blind and Visually Impaired | 
mailinglist at hadley.edu | Hadley Institute for the Blind and Visually 
Impaired | 700 Elm St. | Winnetka, IL 60093

Email Marketing by iContact - Try It Free!


Unsubscribe

Keep Smiling,
Janie Degenshein
"Happiness isn't having what you want, but wanting what you already have"
Facilitator of ECHO
(Eyes Closed Hearts Open)
President, National Federation of the Blind of New Jersey Senior Division
President, National Federation of the Blind of New Jersey Technology 
Division
NFBNJ newsline coordinator
jdegen16 at comcast.net