Ability Week – May 16 to May 23
Join us at the Microsoft Store at Danbury Fair Mall during Ability Week 2019 to access free accessibility resources and learn tools for people with hearing, vision, mobility, and learning disabilities.
Join us at the Microsoft Store at Danbury Fair Mall from May 16 to May 23 for our latest workshops on Office 365, Windows 10, and Microsoft Learning Tools, which are designed to empower individuals and businesses everywhere. View our entire lineup of free workshops below then register online at our website.
Make Your Business More Accessible
One in five people live with an accessibility issue. This free workshop shows you how no-cost tools in Windows 10 and Office 365 can make your business more accessible for both employees and your customers.
In one hour, you’ll learn:
· how to create an inclusive culture and hiring process
· how to build accessible materials
· what ongoing accessibility resources and tools are available
Empowering Students Affected by Dyslexia with Windows 10 and Office 365
Are you looking for more tools to support your students or child who may need a boost in reading comprehension and confidence, including those affected by dyslexia? Would you like to learn how to access and use the accessibility features built into Windows 10 and Office 365? Please join us at the Microsoft store for a free, informative, and hands-on workshop introducing educators and parents or caregivers to the Microsoft Learning Tools that implement proven techniques to improve reading and writing for people regardless of their age or ability.
Participants will:
· Explore tools to empower different learning styles and abilities, and tools to support students with disabilities.
· Gain resources to continue to explore Learning Tools and accessibility tools and features.
Explore Inclusive Technologies for People on the Autism Spectrum with Windows 10 and Office 365
This free workshop shows you how to activate and use accessible and inclusive features built into Windows 10 and Office 365 that may support people on the autism spectrum.
In just one hour, participants learn:
· Tech built for different learning styles and abilities
· Microsoft Learning Tools
· Resources to use accessibility features from Microsoft
Be Empowered by Technology with Microsoft Accessibility Tools
In this free, one-hour workshop, you’ll learn accessibility features in Windows 10 and Office 365 relevant to your life. You will leave empowered to communicate and experience the world through these tools.
During this workshop, you will:
· Learn how Microsoft’s assistive technology can empower how you communicate, learn, and experience the world.
· Explore accessibility tools and features of Windows 10 and Office 365.
· Discover relevant Microsoft resources and ways to continue your learning after the workshop.