Robert Paulsen on MicroAssist staff sent us this link. 

http://www.hanselman.com/blog/HanselminutesPodcast125AccessibilityInWebAndRichApplications.aspx

In this episode Scott talks to Saqib Shaikh, a developer for Microsoft Consulting Services in the UK, who is also blind. They chat about accessibility in Windows, on the Web and in the next generation of Web Applications written with AJAX and Silverlight.

An interesting quote:

“There is nothing specific to accessibility built into .NET 3 and WPF, they just simply make everything automatable.”

“By not calling it ‘accessibility’ it’s an easier sell [to developers].”

Howson Library        

The primary goal of the CPLP Study Group is to prepare interested parties to pass the Certified Professional  in Learning and Performance Exam.  Taking the exam is not a prerequisite for participation, and we encourage  anyone interested in expanding their own professional development in the field of workplace learning and  performance to think about participating. This first meeting will serve as an introduction to the requirements of the CPLP credential as well as how the study group operates.  For further information about this group, please visit their Wiki at http://austin-astd-cplp-study-group.pbwiki.com/.

The best way for me to learn about technology is to actually use it in a “play” context.  For me “play” implies:

1. No pressure:  No client deadlines, no specifications, etc.
2. The ability to start over.  If I decide I picked the incorrect technology or concept I want to start over easily without destructive consequences.

I decided I wanted to learn about Wiki’s and how they could be used by our clients in a learning environment as well as building a community.   I am just at the start of the “play” process–I am creating a Sports Encyclopedia Wiki at www.sportapedia.com

Initially I have decided to use TikiWiki.  Why?  First, the hosting provider I use for my sandbox had an install script.  More time to play with concept, less time worrying about technology.  Second, it got decent reviews.  Third, It integrates Wiki’s, Articles, Blogs, Forums, and Chat.  Easier to build a community.

Obviously, this website is not ready for primetime (and may never be).  If y’all want to watch it being built up, torn down, rebuilt and my technology learning process in action…peek in from time to time.