| December, 2002 |
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Internet Corner
Free Talking Calculator
You can now download a free talking calculator that displays student's work.
Download it at: www.readingmadeeasy.com
Braille Jail
A new site has come to the internet that allows people to learn Braille at their own pace, the current tutorials are given in text only format for those who use screen readers and in image based format for those who are sighted. It allows the user to learn from any tutorial from grade one and grade two Braille, peg slate, slate and stylus and more.
There are also many resources available on the site, including: guide dog schools, specialist schools, Braille books and more, you can find it all here.
To learn more, visit http://www.braillejail.net
Online Guide to Free IT Resources
There is a wealth of free resources available for individuals, NGOs, and businesses to use computers and the Internet. The problem is finding and accessing these resources. Bridges.org has compiled a resource directory of free information. It includes a brief introduction to some of the most important resources, including where to get free or low cost computers, where to get free email accounts, how to develop and host your website for free, and where to get free software.
To access this resource guide, please visit www.bridges.org/toolkit/freeIT.html