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Tuesday, October 27, 2015

Webinar Nov. 19th "Are Smart Devices the Smart Choice for Accessibility? Perspectives on Digital Interpretive Media"

The Great Lakes ADA Center in collaboration with the National Center on Accessibility and the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts LEAD Program is pleased to announce the next session in the Arts and Recreation Webinar Series (www.adaconferences.org/ArtsnRec).

Date:   November 19, 2015

Time:  2:30-4:00pm ET

Title:  Are Smart Devices the Smart Choice for Accessibility? Perspectives on Digital Interpretive Media

Description:
Smartphones and tables have become an essential piece of everyday life for some many of us from waking up in the morning, sending emails and text messages, browsing the web, listening to music and much more. Today’s technology has built-in accessibility features that enable people with disabilities to also utilize these devices. Smartphone and tablet technology is increasingly being used to deliver digital interpretive program in parks, museums, zoos and other similar venues. Join us in exploring the implementation of digital media from the user’s point of view. Topics will include an introduction to the built-in accessibility features of smartphones and tablets, user perspectives on the use of smart devices in interpretive programming in recreation and cultural venues, and advice to content developers and interpretive media specialists for utilizing smart devices in programming.

Cost:   Free

The session will be captioned.

Registration:  Available on-line at:  www.adaconferences.org/ArtsnRec

Questions:   webinars@adaconferences.org or by calling 877-232-1990 V/TTY

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