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    {
        "role": "user",
        "content": "I%20am%20blind%20and%20I%20am%20a%20elementry%20level%20JAWS%20user.%20are%20there%20any%20online%20courses%20to%20show%20me%20how%20to%20use%20LinkedI"
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        "role": "assistant",
        "content": "Yes \u2014 there *are* online courses and resources that can help you learn how to use **LinkedIn** with JAWS as a beginner. I found several options designed specifically for screen reader users, plus some general tools and official help from LinkedIn.\n\nHere\u2019s a breakdown of what might help you best, where to find these resources, and tips on choosing the right fit.\n\n---\n\n## \ud83e\udded Good Options & Resources\n\n### 1. LinkedIn\u2019s Official Support Articles\n\nLinkedIn has a set of help articles focused on using LinkedIn with screen readers. These cover how to do things like:\n\n- Editing profile information  \n- Adding your education or work experience  \n- Showing your location  \n- Managing your skills & profile sections  \n\nThese guides are specifically tested to work with JAWS (as well as other screen readers). ([linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/help/linkedin/topic/a215015?utm_source=openai))\n\nThese are free, always available, and great to follow firsthand while using LinkedIn with JAWS.\n\n---\n\n### 2. Blind Systems \u2014 Digital Accessibility Training\n\nBlind Systems offers **online courses specifically for visually impaired users**, including training with JAWS. Their courses are designed *by and for* people who use screen readers. ([blindsystems.org](https://blindsystems.org/en/accessibility-training/?utm_source=openai))  \n\nThey cover a variety of tools and tasks \u2014 using email, office tools, websites, etc. Although there\u2019s no course listed specifically \u201cLinkedIn with JAWS,\u201d because they teach JAWS and digital navigation, their training is highly relevant. You could apply what you learn there directly to LinkedIn.\n\n---\n\n### 3. Schools & Free JAWS Training\n\n- **Perkins School for the Blind** has a course called *\u201cLearning JAWS for Windows: SRT (Screen Reader Training)\u201d*. It\u2019s a free, interactive course. It teaches many core skills of using JAWS, which you can then use alongside LinkedIn. ([perkins.org](https://www.perkins.org/learning-jaws-for-windows-srt-part-3/?utm_source=openai))  \n- Specific tactics from these courses \u2014 like navigating web pages, using keyboard shortcuts, locating form fields \u2014 directly apply to using LinkedIn with JAWS.\n\n---\n\n### 4. Screen Reader Curriculums & Practice Platforms\n\n- **Eye.t** has a portal with curricula for JAWS, NVDA, and ChromeVox. You can practice using a screen reader, audio clips, navigation exercises \u2014 all of which strengthen your skills for LinkedIn. ([eyetvision.org](https://eyetvision.org/?utm_source=openai))  \n- These are very helpful if you want to build confidence and fluency before or while using LinkedIn.\n\n---\n\n## \u2705 How to Use These to Learn LinkedIn with JAWS\n\nHere\u2019s a strategy that might work well:\n\n| Step | What to Do |\n|---|---|\n| Start with official LinkedIn help | Use their \u201cScreen Reader Support\u201d pages while you\u2019re on LinkedIn with JAWS, following along and trying tasks they describe. ([linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/help/linkedin/topic/a215015?utm_source=openai)) |\n| Learn or review basic JAWS skills | Get a general JAWS course (Perkins, Eye.t, Blind Systems) to learn movement keys, navigation, finding menus/forms. ([perkins.org](https://www.perkins.org/learning-jaws-for-windows-srt-part-3/?utm_source=openai)) |\n| Practice LinkedIn tasks | Try editing your profile, sending messages, setting up skills, etc., following LinkedIn\u2019s guides. Do this repeatedly \u2014 muscle memory helps. |\n| Join a live class if possible | Blind Systems and other orgs sometimes offer instructor-led training, which can be helpful if you have questions or get stuck. ([blindsystems.org](https://blindsystems.org/en/accessibility-training/?utm_source=openai)) |\n\n---\n\n## \ud83d\udca1 Things to Check Before You Sign Up\n\n- Is the course **screen reader friendly** (not just \u201caccessibility\u201d but confirmed with JAWS)?  \n- Is it *self-paced* or *live instruction*? Live may be more helpful for immediate questions.  \n- Can you try it first (a sample lesson) to see if navigation & speaking pace work for you?  \n- Cost \u2014 some are free, others paid or may have funding options.  \n\n---\n\nIf you like, I can pull together a list of specific classes that *teach LinkedIn itself with JAWS step by step*, free or low-cost, and your level of support (self-paced, instructor-led, etc.). Do you want me to do that?"
    },
    {
        "role": "user",
        "content": "can%20you%20pull%20up%20a%20list%20of%20free%20online%20courses%20that%20will%20help%20me%20navigate%20LinkedIn%20using%20JAWS"
    },
    {
        "role": "assistant",
        "content": "Here\u2019s a list of **free online courses and materials** that can help you learn how to use *JAWS* and improve your web navigation skills. While there aren\u2019t many courses that teach *LinkedIn* specifically, all of the following will help build the skills you need to use LinkedIn effectively with JAWS.\n\n---\n\n## \ud83c\udfaf Best Free Courses / Resources\n\n| Resource | What It Teaches | Why It Helps |\n|---|---|---|\n| **Freedom Scientific \u2013 JAWS Training** | Full suite of basic and advanced training for JAWS: web browsing, menus, hotkeys, web elements, etc. ([freedomscientific.com](https://www.freedomscientific.com/training/jaws/?utm_source=openai)) | Helps build solid foundation in JAWS, which makes navigating any website (including LinkedIn) much easier. |\n| **Perkins School for the Blind \u2013 Learning JAWS for Windows (SRT)** | Interactive lessons to learn JAWS commands, navigation, practicing with virtual content and puzzles. ([perkins.org](https://www.perkins.org/learning-jaws-for-windows-srt-part-3/?utm_source=openai)) | Practice with real commands and navigation, especially for web content. |\n| **Braille Institute \u2013 Introduction to JAWS for Windows** | 7-module course: change settings, use Windows, find websites and emails, edit Word docs. ([brailleinstitute.org](https://www.brailleinstitute.org/courses/introduction-to-jaws-for-windows/?utm_source=openai)) | Covers very basic navigation and screen reader control\u2014great if you're just getting started. |\n| **Rutgers University \u2013 Screen Reader Training** | Step-by-step lessons with practice activities: tables, images, virtual cursor, exploration. ([radr.rutgers.edu](https://radr.rutgers.edu/resource/screen-reader-training?utm_source=openai)) | Offers practice to build confidence navigating web content, which is key for using LinkedIn. |\n| **SET-BC / \u201cJAWS \u2013 Navigating Websites\u201d** (PDF Tutorial) | How to use JAWS + Google Chrome to search, browse results, read web pages. ([setbccdnstorage.blob.core.windows.net](https://setbccdnstorage.blob.core.windows.net/data/Google_Apps_JAWS_Screen_Reading_Software/JAWS_NavigatingWebsites_tutorial_2021.pdf?utm_source=openai)) | Practical advice for exploring websites along with page elements, which you\u2019ll use all the time on LinkedIn. |\n| **OpenLearn Create \u2013 Navigating and Searching the Web** | Free beginner-level 2-hour course: how to search, use hyperlinks, basic web operations. ([open.edu](https://www.open.edu/openlearncreate/course/section.php?id=156000&utm_source=openai)) | Good for learning parts of web navigation like search engines, which will help you find people, posts, etc., on LinkedIn. |\n| **W3C / edX \u2013 Digital Accessibility Foundations** | How people use the web with disabilities, accessibility tools, standards. ([w3.org](https://www.w3.org/WAI/courses/foundations-course/?utm_source=openai)) | Gives you insight into why websites are built certain ways; helps when something feels confusing, so you\u2019ll know what to try next. |\n\n---\n\n## \ud83d\udd27 Tips to Use These for LinkedIn\n\n- **Start with Basics**: Use courses like Braille Institute or Perkins to get comfortable with JAWS and basics of web navigation.\n- **Practice with a Social Media Site**: After you learn how to navigate web pages, try mimicking tasks on LinkedIn: editing your profile, searching for people, posting updates.\n- **Use JAWS Training \u201cSurf\u2019s Up\u201d**: Freedom Scientific has web-specific modules (Surf\u2019s Up) that teach how to browse interactively. ([freedomscientific.com](https://www.freedomscientific.com/training/jaws/?utm_source=openai))\n- **Pair with LinkedIn\u2019s Screen Reader Guide**: Use LinkedIn\u2019s own help pages (for example \u201cScreen Reader Support\u201d) alongside training to see exactly how tasks are described. ([linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/help/linkedin/answer/a1431878?utm_source=openai))\n\n---\n\nIf you want, I can send you **direct links** (DAISY, MP3, HTML) to downloadable lessons, especially ones that let you practice offline. Do you prefer something like that?"
    },
    {
        "role": "user",
        "content": "yes"
    },
    {
        "role": "assistant",
        "content": "Here are **direct links** to free, downloadable or streamable training materials and lessons that are particularly useful. I include the format (DAISY, MP3, HTML) when available so you can use what works best with your access setup.\n\n---\n\n## \ud83d\udcda Direct Free Downloads & Streaming Lessons for JAWS Training\n\n1. **Freedom Scientific \u2013 \u201cGetting Started With JAWS / Basic Training\u201d**  \n   You can download a full set of beginner training modules in DAISY, MP3, or HTML formats. These walk you through common tasks like adjusting speech settings, browsing the internet, reading documents, and more. ([freedomscientific.com](https://www.freedomscientific.com/training/jaws/getting-started/?utm_source=openai))\n\n2. **Freedom Scientific \u2013 \u201cJAWS Quick Start Guide\u201d PDF**  \n   This guide includes instructions for installing training materials, using FSReader, and accessing DAISY books. It\u2019s a step-by-step starter for getting the training materials set up. ([www2.freedomscientific.com](https://www2.freedomscientific.com/PDF/visionloss/manuals/JAWS-Quick-Start-Guide.pdf?utm_source=openai))\n\n3. **Freedom Scientific \u2013 Archived Webinars On Demand**  \n   These include recorded audio (MP3) or video (MP4) of past webinars, with transcripts often available. Topics include web page navigation, working with complex documents, and other skills useful for LinkedIn. You can download or stream what you need. ([freedomscientific.com](https://www.freedomscientific.com/training/freewebinars/archivedwebinars/?utm_source=openai))\n\n4. **Braille Institute \u2013 \u201cIntroduction to JAWS for Windows\u201d (7-module self-paced course)**  \n   Free to students. This course teaches basic JAWS settings, navigating Windows, finding websites and emails, and working with Word documents. The lessons are prerecorded and you can go through them at your own pace. ([brailleinstitute.org](https://www.brailleinstitute.org/find-services/offerings/introduction-to-jaws-for-windows/?utm_source=openai))\n\n---\n\nIf you like, I can locate a few that specifically use **LinkedIn tasks** (editing profile, sending messages, etc.) with JAWS, and send those too. Would you prefer those kinds of examples?"
    }
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