Regional Technology Class
Teaching Internet Explorer Using JAWS for Teachers and Parents
Who is this class for?
This is a course for teachers (VI and general education), paraprofessionals, university students, and parents who are planning to teach a student with a visual impairment to use Jaws with Internet Explorer. This course will also be useful for adults who are supporting students who are utilizing the Internet in classroom work.
What do you need to know about the Internet and computers before taking this class?
You should be able to type and know the keyboard. You should also be able to find, open and save files in a program such as Microsoft Word, and beginning navigational skills using JAWS. It will be helpful if you have a basic understanding of the Internet and use it daily in either your professional or personal life.
What is the purpose of this class?
Primary purposes.
- To provide an overview of using JAWS with a word processor.
- Instructions in how to use Internet Explorer with Jaws and transfer the skills to students.
- Provisions of tools to assist in teaching internet Explorer using JAWS to students. A curriculum specifically designed to teach Internet Explorer using Jaws for Windows will be provided. At the end of this class you will have the materials to teach the twelve lessons in the curriculum.
What resources will you have to take home at the end of the class?
- Teaching Internet Explorer Using Jaws for Windows from DeWitt & Associates
- Handouts & Tip sheets: Overview of Jaws, Jaws Troubleshooting and help tips, general navigation commands for the Internet, commands for navigating frames and tables, and others.
- Tactile graphics to be used with students.
What is the length of this class?
This class is 1 ½ days or approximately 10 hours in length. You can either take the entire class on back-to-back days or you may choose to finish the final ½ day about a week following the first session.
Who can I contact if I have questions following the class?
Once you complete the class you will be added to a listserv. This listserv will be a format to share successes and challenges with others who have taken this class. Instructors of this class will also monitor the listserv and provide answers and tips to questions posted. Only people who have completed this class will be added to this listserv.
How many people are needed to schedule a class in my area?
Four people need to register for classes in Oakland and Macomb ISDs and Wayne RESA. In all other areas of the state there is a minimum requirement of three people to register for the class.
How much does this class cost?
The class is $75 for teachers, paraprofessionals and other school personnel. The cost for parents and university students is $37.50. Scholarships are available for family members who meet the financial need criteria. Please see our scholarship information page for more information. The cost includes all materials, 11 hours of instruction, and lunch on the full-day of class.
How do I get a class scheduled in my area?
If you have the minimum number of participants required to hold the class complete the interest form. If you would like a class in your area and do not have the minimum number please complete the interest form and LIO staff will look for other people in your area to take the class.
Where will the class be held?
Once we have the minimum number of participants who have registered for a class in your area staff from MDE-LIO will make arrangements for a room in your area for the class. All equipment is provided so all the room needs is internet connectivity, tables, chairs and electricity.
Are State Board of Education CEUs available?
SBE CEUs and ACRVEPs will be available upon request. When SBE CEUs are requested there will be a delay in providing the class (about 45 days). This delay is required by the Department of Education to process the request for the CEUs.
For more information
For more information, contact msdb-outreach@michigan.gov or call
(810) 760-2764.
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