Hi David,

When will we see something like this program but for Linux, the Gnome
desktop, and Copernicus screen reader?

Cheers from Chiswick,

John
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>The Iowa Department for the Blind's Project ASSIST program has obtained a
>grant from the National Institute on Disability and Rehabilitation Research
>(NIDRR) to develop a distance-learning program that will offer instructor
>led classes for blind and visually impaired users of computer software. The
>classes will focus on the Microsoft Office Suite.  The instruction and
>information provided will focus on keyboard commands, operational strategies
>for screen access software, and information uniquely relevant to blind and
>visually impaired computer users.
>
>
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>The classes offered through the Project ASSIST program are designed to
>provide instruction on Microsoft Office software to blind and visually
>impaired individuals in preparation for the Microsoft Office Specialist
>certification exams. We will offer the following courses:
>
>
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>        Windows XP
>
>        Internet Fundamentals
>
>        Word - Core
>
>        Excel - Core
>
>        PowerPoint
>
>        Outlook
>
>        Access
>
>        Word - Expert
>
>        Excel - Expert
>
>
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>Priority for enrollment will be given to blind or visually impaired
>individuals who are clients of state Vocational Rehabilitation programs. A
>minimum requirement for all students is proficiency with the computer
>keyboard.
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>To be considered for the fall 2003 classes, your application packet must be
>received no later than June 30.
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>For further information or to receive an application packet, contact:
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>Michael D. Barber
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>Telephone: (515) 281-1305
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>E-mail: [log in to unmask], and place the words "Application
>Packet" in the subject line.
>
>
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>Visit our web site at www.blind.state.ia.us/assist where you may obtain more
>information. An application will be available for download.
>
>Regards,
>
>Michael D. Barber, Assistive Technology Analyst
>
>Iowa Department for the Blind
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