<p>Learn about using voice as a method to control computers and electronic devices. This webinar will consider the range of equipment available and the vocal, cognitive and visual skills that are required to use it reliably.</p>
<p><b>Course aim:</b></p>
<p>To summarise different ways that voice can be used to provide control of computers and electronic devices for typing and environmental controls. You will be introduced to the range of solutions available and how they can be used.</p>
<p><b>You will learn:</b></p>
<p>• To recognise how the voice can be used for typing and control<br />
• To identify the skills required to use voice as an access method</p>
<p><b>Course includes:</b></p>
<p>A live webinar. This webinar complements the self-directed online study course.</p>
<p><b>Suitable for:</b></p>
<p>Anyone wanting to learn more about alternative access methods that may enable independent control of activities for people with physical disabilities. This webinar will enable you to work towards the following:</p>
<p><b>IPAACKS competencies:</b></p>
<p>Identifying Needs</p>
<ul>
<li>Aware of the role that technology can play in supporting education and participation<br />
Implementation</li>
<li>Knowledge of a range of different access methods</li>
<li>Aware of the underpinning knowledge required by the person using AT</li>
</ul>
<p>Facilitating Learning</p>
<ul>
<li>Aware of what AT is and that it can help people who have access and learning support needs</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Special requirements:</b></p>
<p>You will be required to use one of the following web browsers: Chrome, Microsoft Edge, FireFox, Safari or Safari Mobile</p>
<p><b>Time:</b> 12:30pm – 1 pm (a link will be available in the course when you log in)</p>
<p><b>Cost:</b> Free</p>




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Access Methods: Voice

<p>An introduction to using eyegaze as an access method. This course will introduce you to the types of eye tracking technology available and the skills required to use eyegaze as a control method.</p>
<h4>Course aim:</h4>
<p>To introduce switch control as an access method and consider what and how it can be used.</p>
<h4>You will learn:</h4>
<ul>
<li>To recognise the terminology associate with using eye gaze as an access method</li>
<li>To recognise the different systems that are available</li>
<li>To identify different skills required to use eyegaze functionally for control</li>
</ul>
<h4>Course includes:</h4>
<p>A live webinar. This webinar complements the self-directed online study course.</p>
<h4>Suitable for:</h4>
<p>Anyone wanting to learn more about alternative access methods that may enable independent control of activities for people with physical disabilities. This webinar will enable you to work towards the following:</p>
<h4>IPAACKS competencies:</h4>
<p>Identifying Needs</p>
<ul>
<li>Aware of the role that technology can play in supporting education and participation<br />
Implementation</li>
<li>Knowledge of a range of different access methods</li>
<li>Aware of the underpinning knowledge required by the person using AT</li>
</ul>
<p>Facilitating Learning</p>
<ul>
<li>Aware of what AT is and that it can help people who have access and learning support needs</li>
</ul>
<h4>Special requirements:</h4>
<p>You will be required to use one of the following web browsers: Chrome, Microsoft Edge, FireFox, Safari or Safari Mobile</p>
<p><b>Time:</b> 12:30pm – 1 pm  (a link will be available in the course when you log in)</p>
<p><b>Cost:</b> Free</p>


Access Methods: Eyegaze

<p>Learn about switch control as an access method. This course will introduce you to the different types of switches available and how these can be used to independently control a range of activities.</p>
<h4>Course aim:</h4>
<p>To introduce switch control as an access method and consider what and how it can be used.</p>
<h4>You will learn:</h4>
<ul>
<li>To name different types of switches</li>
<li>To recognise different ways that switches can be used and activities they can control</li>
<li>To identify skills required for switching</li>
</ul>
<h4>Course includes:</h4>
<p>A live webinar. This webinar complements the self-directed online study course.</p>
<h4>Suitable for:</h4>
<p>Anyone wanting to learn more about alternative access methods that may enable independent control of activities for people with physical disabilities. This webinar will enable you to work towards the following:</p>
<h4>IPAACKS competencies:</h4>
<p>Identifying Needs</p>
<ul>
<li>Aware of the role that technology can play in supporting education and participation<br />
Implementation</li>
<li>Knowledge of a range of different access methods</li>
<li>Aware of the underpinning knowledge required by the person using AT</li>
</ul>
<p>Facilitating Learning</p>
<ul>
<li>Aware of what AT is and that it can help people who have access and learning support needs</li>
</ul>
<h4>Special requirements:</h4>
<p>You will be required to use one of the following web browsers: Chrome, Microsoft Edge, FireFox, Safari or Safari Mobile</p>
<p><b>Cost:</b> Free</p>
<p><b>Time:</b> 12:30pm – 1 pm  (a link will be available in the course when you log in)</p>


Access Methods: Switch

<p>Discover more about mouse control as an access method. This course will introduce solutions that can improve accuracy and control when using a mouse.</p>
<h4>Course aim:</h4>
<p>To introduce Mouse control as an access method and adaptations that can enable the user to improve their control.</p>
<h4>You will learn:</h4>
<ul>
<li>Adaptations that can help to improve mouse skills</li>
<li>Hardware and software solutions that help with some difficulties using the mouse</li>
<li>To recognise mouse alternatives that are available</li>
</ul>
<h4>Course includes:</h4>
<p>A live webinar. This webinar complements the self-directed online study course.</p>
<h4>Suitable for:</h4>
<p>Anyone wanting to learn more about adaptations that can be made to mouse control to make it easier to use for people with physical difficulties. This webinar will enable you to work towards the following:</p>
<h4>IPAACKS competencies:</h4>
<p>Identifying Needs</p>
<ul>
<li>Aware of the role that technology can play in supporting education and participation<br />
Implementation</li>
<li>Knowledge of a range of different access methods</li>
<li>Aware of the underpinning knowledge required by the person using AT</li>
</ul>
<p>Facilitating Learning</p>
<ul>
<li>Aware of what AT is and that it can help people who have access and learning support needs</li>
</ul>
<h4>Special requirements:</h4>
<p>You will be required to use one of the following web browsers: Chrome, Microsoft Edge, FireFox, Safari or Safari Mobile</p>
<p><b>Time:</b> 12:30pm – 1 pm  (a link will be available in the course when you log in)</p>
<p><b>Cost:</b> Free</p>


Access Methods: Mouse

<p>Discover more about touch control as an access method. This course will introduce solutions that can improve accuracy and control when using a touchscreen.</p>
<h4>Course aim:</h4>
<p>To introduce Touch as an access method and adaptations that can enable the user to improve their control.</p>
<h4>You will learn:</h4>
<ul>
<li>To recognise the different skills needed for touch, and how you can improve them</li>
<li>To identify useful equipment that can support people with disabilities to access touch computers</li>
</ul>
<h4>Course includes:</h4>
<p>A live webinar. This webinar complements the self-directed online study course.</p>
<h4>Suitable for:</h4>
<p>Anyone wanting to learn more about adaptations that can be made to touch control to make it easier to use for people with physical difficulties. This webinar will enable you to work towards the following:</p>
<h4>IPAACKS competencies:</h4>
<p>Identifying Needs</p>
<ul>
<li>Aware of the role that technology can play in supporting education and participation<br />
Implementation</li>
<li>Knowledge of a range of different access methods</li>
<li>Aware of the underpinning knowledge required by the person using AT</li>
</ul>
<p>Facilitating Learning</p>
<ul>
<li>Aware of what AT is and that it can help people who have access and learning support needs</li>
</ul>
<h4>Special requirements:</h4>
<p>You will be required to use one of the following web browsers: Chrome, Microsoft Edge, FireFox, Safari or Safari Mobile</p>
<p><b>Cost:</b> Free</p>
<p><b>Time:</b> 12:30pm – 1 pm (a link will be available in the course when you log in)</p>


Access Methods: Touch

<p>An introduction to using different access methods. These course will introduce you to the types access methods available and the skills required to them.</p>


Access Methods: Taster Sessions

An introduction to using different access methods. These course will introduce you to the types access methods available and the skills required to them.

<p>Introductory courses will introduce you to what’s possible with Assistive Technology; what equipment is available; and offer case studies to illustrate the resources and its implementation.</p>


Introductory

Developing

<p>Our courses will create opportunities for you to evidence your knowledge and skills to support individuals who use Assistive Technology and enable you to continue your learning of the interdisciplinary requirements of Assistive Technology.</p>


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