Prepare for college with our comprehensive Computing for College program, tailored specifically for college-bound high school and current college students. This two-week virtual program will equip students with essential technology skills necessary for academic success.

• File Management: Efficiently manage files in Windows 10 or 11.
• Word Documents: Create, edit, proofread, and format documents using academic standards.
• Outlook: Manage emails, contacts, and calendar.
• Excel: Develop and navigate spreadsheets.
• PowerPoint: Create presentations, including inserting graphics and alternative text.
• PDFs: Navigate PDF files in Adobe Acrobat Reader DC.
• Web Browsing: Use Google Chrome and other browsers.
• Book Downloads: Access books from Learning Ally, BookShare, and NLS BARD.
• Cloud Sharing: Utilize Dropbox and OneDrive.
• Online Databases: Explore databases available through local libraries.
• Blackboard: Navigate the Blackboard online learning platform.
• JAWS/Fusion Settings: Adjust settings for optimal use.
• Document Scanning: Use Kurzweil 1000 or Open Book for scanning.
• Victor Reader Stream: Learn to download and record with the Victor Reader Stream.
• iPhone/iPad Basics: Use VoiceOver, Siri, and academic book reading apps.
• Zoom Meetings: Participate in and host Zoom Cloud meetings.

• Laptop Computer: Must have a built-in microphone and camera.
• Operating System: Windows 10 or 11.
• Software: JAWS or Fusion 2024, and Microsoft Office 2016, 2019, or 365.
• Book Provided: “Format Your Word Documents with JAWS and NVDA” by David Kingsbury, Assistive Technology Instructor at the Carroll Center for the Blind.

For more information, please contact Brian Switzer at brian.switzer@carroll.org.