Bookshare Introduces New Online Professional Development Learning Module - How to Provide Accessible Materials

Bookshare has a new online learning module called "Bookshare: Providing Accessible Materials for Students with Print Disabilities," for teachers and families who want to learn more about digital accessible books and how to use accessible books from Bookshare. This module was developed by the IRIS Center for Training Enhancements housed at Vanderbilt University to help educators learn about the benefits and use of digital accessible books. While it's designed for pre-service and in-service teacher training, it has tremendous value for anyone unfamiliar with accessible books.

The easy-to-use module has simple definitions, audio clips, and short movies about accessible books, assistive technology, and Bookshare. It follows the story of a general education teacher who has students with disabilities needing accommodations in his classroom. From this practical introduction, the module progresses to topics from Bookshare membership to how to find books and how to download the free software tools.

Spread the word…tell a friend, parent, student or colleague about Bookshare, digital accessible books, and the new IRIS online learning module. Request the books you need now for the fall to be ready for a “back-to-school” accessible book jumpstart! If you or your school are not Bookshare Members yet, sign up now to ensure timely access to required school reading, as well as good books for reading pleasure.