Assistive Technology and Computer Training for People with Disabilities

TRAC provides training in computers and assistive technology to persons with visual, learning, and physical disabilities. Training is provided in an individualized or small group format, in person or remotely.

Computer Training Topics

Basic Keyboarding skills/Typing
Orientation to the Computer
Basic Operations of Windows (file management and accessory programs)
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
PowerPoint
Internet
E-mail
Macintosh computer
iPhone and iPad technology
Android Smartphones with assistive technology
Chromebook with assistive technology*
Other software specific to an individual’s job/school tasks

* Training staff credentials include JAWS certification and Chromebook A11Y Expert

Contact Us

For more information or to make an appointment, please contact:

Kenneth Lacho
Program Specialist
Phone: 504-280-5706
Email: klacho@uno.edu

Assistive Technology Training Topics

Screen reading software (JAWS*, NVDA, Narrator, VoiceOver)
Screen magnification software (ZoomText, Fusion)
Voice recognition software such as Dragon
Reading Systems Using a Scanner (Open Book, Kurzweil 1000/3000, Read & Write Gold)
Smart pen
Portable note-taking devices
Braille displays
Braille translation software (Duxbury Braille Translator)
Desktop and Hand-held Video Magnifiers
Other assistive technology devices/software

Lodging

Housing is available for participants who need to stay overnight while participating in services.