ChromeVox
For resources on ChromeVox on a Chromebook, please see the Chromebook Accessibility Page
For resources on accessing Google Workspace on a PC, please see the Using Mainstream Products with Assistive Technology Page.
JAWS
Note: These resources assume you are using the most recent version of Windows and JAWS 2021 or later
Documentation from Freedom Scientific
Freedom Scientific Main Training Site Including Links to Podcasts, Tutorials, etc.
JAWS Training Containing Downloadable Resource Documentation
Note: After unzipping and saving the help files, select JFW.CHM to launch the primary help file.
Resources from Around the Web
Carroll Center for the Blind: Download the Windows Screen Reader Primmer
This digital download is a Word File containing 327 pages of information on using a screen reader with Microsoft products, web browsing, and other pertinent topics.
Web Friendly Help: What's New in JAWS/Fusion 2021JAWS Tip: OCR Directly to a Word document with JAWS and Fusion 2021
Note: The resources below were originally created for earlier versions of JAWS and Windows, but are still relevant useful to teach beginning screen reader skills.
YouTube Short Videos and Playlists
JAWS YouTube Playlist Containing over 80 Different Bite-sized Mini-Lessons
JAWS YouTube Playlist of Quick Tips (under three minutes each)
Webinars and Podcasts
Note: The resources listed are specific to using and learning JAWS, not using JAWS in conjunction with other software. Please see resources listed on the Using Mainstream Products with Assistive Technology Page to learn more about using JAWS with other products including Microsoft Office, Google Docs, and more.
NVDA
Note: These resources assume you are using the most recent version of Windows and NVDA
Documentation from NVDA
Resources from Around the Web
Carroll Center for the Blind: Download the Windows Screen Reader Primmer
This digital download is a Word File containing 327 pages of information on using a screen reader with Microsoft products, web browsing, and other pertinent topics.
AFB Tutorials: Learning NVDA (Links to all Lessons are in the Right Sidebar)
NVDA with Windows 10 Basics (Note that you’ll Need to Scroll Down)
YouTube Short Videos and Playlists
Mac with VoiceOver
Note: These resources assume you are using the most recent version of MacOS
Documentation from Apple
Resources from Around the Web
Cheat Sheet for VoiceOver in Mac OS from Indiana State University
AppleVis: A Complete List of VoiceOver Keyboard Shortcuts Available on macOS
AppleVis: Main Page with Multiple Resources to Search and Choose From
Getting Started with VoiceOver on your Mac: A Beginner's Guide (.html)