This mail is regarding the computer training that we are conducting during
the summer vacation, please share this message with visually impaired
students who are willing to learn basics of computer.
Summer Camp Computer Training For Visually Impaired by Mitra Jyothi.
This is an initiative from Mitra Jyothi team towards giving quality computer
training for visually impaired people who are working or studying, and not
able to attend regular computer training. Main goal of this course is to
increase the candidate's knowledge on Computer Basics and making them
efficient in using computers independently. This will increase the
employment opportunities, betterment of existing job, and for higher
studies.
Contents
. Keyboard orientation and Typing practice with software "Talking
Typer"
. Basics of Software, Hardware and Network
. Introduction to Assistive technologies for visually impaired.
. Basic concepts such as Desktop, Taskbar, Menus, Editing, Dialog box,
File/Folder management etc.
. Screen readers, NVDA settings and help
. MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint and MS Outlook
. Scanning, printing, CD burning etc.
. Internet- Email, online chat, internet calling, social networking,
reading websites, online file transfer etc.
* Introduction to reading accessible books in DAISY format
Material Used:
1. Computers with
a. Windows7 operating system and
b. Office 2007,
c. NVDA
d. Talking Typer
2. Self paced exercises for each concept.
3. Test for final assessment.
4. Designed Curriculum with computer concepts and employment aspects.
5. Tactile Diagrams
Communication Skills training.
Mitra Jyothi team provides Communication Skills training
Objectives:
. Overcome the Fear of Public Speaking
. Develop Effective Presentation Skills
. Acquire Influential Communication Skills
. Learn Influential Business Writing
. Give Structure & Meaning to Presentations
. Design Effective, Audience Captivating Presentations
. Learn Business Etiquettes
Course Details:-
Duration : 2 Months.
Timings : 9:30 AM-5:00 PM, Monday-Saturday
Date : Monday, 14th April 2014 - Saturday, 14th June 2014.
Seats : 12
Premise : Mitra Jyothi
Who are eligible?
. Any visually impaired person, who's educational qualification should
be 10th pass and above.
. Who want to use computer skills for their education/ employment, and
having good communication English, and basic knowledge of mathematics.
Joining Procedure:
Candidates have to attend the evaluation test before the training starts,
Candidates will be considered as eligible only if they pass the evaluation
tests.
Evaluation can also be done online or over the phone for out station
candidates.
Evaluation dates are: 10th March, 11th March, 12th March 2014.
Once they pass the evaluation test:
1. Candidates have to register in Mitra Jyothi for the course; the
registration fee for the course is Rs. 200.
2. Accommodation with food is available on a nominal fee.
About Mitra Jyothi
Mitra Jyothi is a registered Charitable Trust formed in 1990. This trust is
working for visually impaired and other disabled people in their Education,
Training and Employment. At present our activities are as follows:
1. Talking Book Library to provide educational and general books on audio
cassettes and CD to the students with visual impairment
2. Basic and Advanced Computer training to the students with visual
impairment.
3. Braille transcription centre to provide Braille books and Braille tools
to the needy students with visual impairment
4. Independent living skill training to the rural women with visual
impairment.
5. Job placement service to persons with disabilities.
For further queries contact us:
Thanks and regards,
Tony Thomas
Program Manager.
Mobile: 8050109391
<mailto:[email protected]> [email protected]
Mitra Jyothi
CA Site No P22, 31st Main,
18th Cross, Sector 1, HSR Layout,
Behind NIFT College (National Institute of Fashion Technology), Bangalore.
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