JAWS and Braille

Module 8 Objectives

From time-to-time throughout these modules you will encounter different graphic icons. Click the "info" graphic link below to learn more about what these icons represent.
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By the end of this module you will understand, be able to discuss, and/or perform the following tasks as they relate to using JAWS and braille:

Introduction to Braille

• The Importance of Braille
• Teachers' Focus Companion Overview

Startup Wizard Braille Options

• Startup Wizard Braille Options

Braille Viewer

• Braille Viewer
• Change Settings for Braille Viewer

The Focus Blue Braille Display

• What is the Focus Blue Braille Display?
• The Focus Blue Controls

Connecting the Focus Braille Display

• Connecting Focus to an iOS Device
• Connecting Focus via USB
• Manually Configure the Focus Using USB
• Connecting Focus with Bluetooth

Status Cells and Flash Messages on the Focus Blue Braille Display

• Configuring Placement of Status Cells on the Focus
• Flash Messages on the Focus Braille Display

Braille Study Mode

• Braille Study Mode

Braille Fonts for Windows

• Braille Fonts for Windows

NOTE: Please allow approximately one hour to complete this module.