Using JAWS Screen Reader for Testing PDF Accessibility Live Hands-On Instructor-Led Training Class

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Course Synopsis

In this hands-on, two-day Using JAWS Screen Reader for Testing PDF Accessibility, you will understand how screen readers (JAWS) function, learn key features of JAWS used by screen reader users in Word and PDF documents, and practice with specific examples to illustrate how to utilize JAWS to manually test the accessibility and usability of Word and PDF documents.

Duration: 2 Days

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Prerequisites: Students must have a good working knowledge of computers, operating systems, using a mouse, keyboard, standard menus and commands. Students must be able to open, save, and close applications and files, as well as navigate to other folders. You need a solid understanding of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. It is highly recommended that you have taken Acrobat Pro Section 508 Intro prior to attending this class.

Job Roles that Use JAWS:
Content Creators
Writers
Editors
Desktop Publishers
Instructional Systems Designers
eLearning and Web Developers

Projects that Use JAWS:
Creating Accessible PDF Files, Presentations, and Publications

Using JAWS Screen Reader for Testing PDF Accessibility Course Outline

[one_half]Day 1: JAWS Screen Reading Fundamentals

Reading screens and documents using number pad (NUM PAD) commands
Essential JAWS keystrokes for reading by character, word, line, sentence, paragraph, spelling
The difference between JAWS and Windows/application commands
The distinctions and roles of the PC, JAWS, Virtual and Invisible cursors
Navigation commands and concepts for Microsoft Word documents
Navigating PDF files using the Virtual Cursor feature
The role of Navigation Quick Keys
Navigating by elements including headings with levels, lists, tables, form controls, links
JAWS commands for listing various document elements
JAWS Forms Modes: Auto, Semi-auto and Manual
How JAWS interacts with form control elements such as edit fields, list/combo boxes, check boxes buttons and radio buttons
Table reading commands for Word and PDF documents
The difference between traditional table reading and Table Layer keystrokes
Practice Exercises: Navigating and Reading complex Word documents
Practice Exercises: Navigating and Reading complex PDF files

[/one_half][one_half_last]Day 2: Document Accessibility Best Practices and Manual Testing Exercises

Best practices for Word to PDF file conversions
Accessibility recommendations for Word documents
Accessibility recommendations for PDF documents
Managing PDF files containing scanned images
Testing for proper Alt text
Testing for proper reading order
Testing form field labels
Testing tables including titles, headers, captions and screen reader navigation
Examples of how manual JAWS testing complements Word and Adobe validation tools

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Disclaimer: All course objectives and outlines are used as a guideline and are subject to change to ensure the latest information is covered to support real world use of the technology.

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Expert Virtual Live Instructor-Led, Hands-On Training by Senior Consultants, Designers, and Developers
Remote Access to Class Computer with Pre-Installed Software—No Licenses, Installs, or Downloads Required!
Instructor Live View of Participant Screens for Real-Time Over-the-Shoulder Support
Digital Course Materials for Post-Class Reference
1-Year Access to Searchable Class Recording
Certificate of Completion
Certification Pack Option (if applicable): Includes Online Test Prep, Exam Voucher + 1 Retake, and Virtual Exam Proctoring
IT Support for Technical Setup & During Training

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Reviews

Detailed explanations and customized course material relevant to our agency. -Rene, USDA (Adobe InDesign Working Efficiently with Long Documents Live Hands-On Instructor-Led Training Class)

The instructor is very thorough and communicates the information well. She is very open to answering all questions and repeating information if requested to do so. -Glenn, USDA (Using JAWS Screen Reader for Testing PDF Accessibility Live Hands-On Instructor-Led Training Class)

“I was grateful to have a specialized class just for me and my team. We’re hoping to be the leaders in learning for this particular subject and its tricky because we’re still learning ourselves. Thanks to the great instruction and resources, I now feel significantly more confident in our ability to help others learn this valuable skillset.” – DOD (Using JAWS Screen Reader for Testing PDF Accessibility Training Class)

“Thanks for putting the class together for us. It hit the mark and provided us with key knowledge and skills to use back on the job [our instructor] is a fabulous instructor who took the time to relay the information in a format that was on par for our level and made us feel comfortable. He is very knowledgeable and could answer all of our questions and more.” – DOD (Using JAWS Screen Reader for Testing PDF Accessibility Course)