Event Details

CE Program/Activity
 Bookshare Train-the-Trainer
Provider
 Perkins School for the Blind
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Location
 Available Online
Date(s)
 July 10, 2017 - August 13, 2017
CE Hours
 25
Contact Information
 perkins.elearning@perkins.org
Registration Information
 http://www.perkinselearning.org/earn-credits/online-class/bookshare-train-trainer
Fees
 EARLY BIRD PRICE: $199.00REGULAR PRICE: $225.00
Description of CE Program/Activity
 Starts on July 10 August 13, 2017 and runs for 5 weeks. This course offers participants an opportunity to learn how to train others on Bookshare features and functionality. The class offers AT specialists, trainers, teachers, and other education specialists the tools necessary to guide and instruct teachers to effectively implement Bookshare in the classroom. The focus is on successful Bookshare implementation, so students with print disabilities get access to educational materials for lifelong learning. Participants are expected to be familiar with Bookshare functionality and tools.Course ObjectivesUpon completion of this class the participant will be able to:Explain and describe what Bookshare is and why Accessible Instructional Materials are important.Discover and identify the various components of the Bookshare website.Explain the Bookshare eligibility process and describe how they would instruct others about the process.Describe and explain Bookshare membership options, including Bookshare beyond the classroom.Demonstrate how to manage Bookshare accounts.