The document outlines a webinar on assistive technology for public computers, including logistics for joining the event and accessing support. It discusses key concepts related to assistive technology, relevant laws, and strategies for effective implementation. Additional resources and future events are also mentioned to aid nonprofit organizations.

1. Assistive Technology for Public Computers December 10, 2009 Audio is only available by calling this number: Conference Call: 866-740-1260; Access Code: 6339392 Sponsored by

2. Using ReadyTalk Chat & raise hand Mute = *6, Unmute = *7 If you lose your internet connection, reconnect using the link emailed to you. If you lose your phone connection, re-dial the phone number and re-join. ReadyTalk support: 800-843-9166

3. You are being recorded… This seminar will be available on the TechSoup website along with past webinar presentations: www.techsoup.org/go/webinars You will receive a link to this presentation, material and links. After the webinar, you can ask follow-up questions in the Accessible Technology and Public Computing Community Forum: tinyurl.com/ybh455n Twitter hashtags: #techsoup

4. Assistive Technology for Public Computers Presenters: Jane Vincent, AMLS Center for Accessible Technology Sponsored by

5. Today’s Speakers Kami Griffiths TechSoup Assisting with chat questions: Kate Heryford, TechSoup Jane Vincent Center for Accessible Technology

6. What is assistive technology?

7. What is assistive computer technology?

8. Assistive Technology and the Law Federal, state/municipal, and private entities in the US covered by different laws Key concepts (Title II): Equality of opportunity Reasonable modifications Personal services and devices

9. First Steps Towards Effective Implementation Research your users Talk to your users Involve your users

10. Categories of Technology Relevance Pretty much always No/low cost, relevant to a general population Sometimes Relevant to the local population, moderate cost Seldom if ever Expensive, often fragile, relevant to only a few people, difficult to implement

11. Pretty much always

12. Sometimes

13. Seldom if ever

14. Assistive Technology Stories (Sorenson VRS)

15. Funding Strategies Budget Friends Recycled/donated equipment

16. Minimizing “hidden” costs Conflicts Maintenance Support Training

17. Maximizing staff training Think like a librarian Document, document, document Use flow charts Involve your users

18. Websites—Library Specific ASCLA Accessibility Tip Sheets No Grant Needed! Cheap and Easy Accommodations for People with Disabilities

19. Websites ASCLA Accessibility Tip Sheets Abledata Association of Assistive Technology Act Programs Access on Main Street

20. Thanks! Jane Vincent, AMLS Usability/Accessibility Manager Center for Accessible Technology Berkeley, CA [email_address] www.cforat.org

21. Questions? Submit your questions using the chat box.

22. Continue the Discussion… Additional questions can be answered by posting in the Accessible Technology and Public Computing Community Forum: tinyurl.com/ybh455n

23. Get the Most Out of TechSoup At TechSoup, you’ll find a range of technology services to help your nonprofit: Read helpful articles in our Learning Center Request donated software , hardware, and online services Join our community forums to learn from your colleagues Browse upcoming events and conferences

24. Upcoming Webinars What Should a Website Cost? Thursday, December 17, 11 a.m. Pacific

25. Thank you to our Webinar Sponsor! ReadyTalk offers dedicated product demos for TechSoup organizations 4 times per week. For more information: pages.readytalk.com/techsoup.html

26. Thank you! Please complete the post event survey! Kami Griffiths, kami@techsoup.org, 415-633-9392