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TecAccess Will Present During Thomson NETg Learning and Training Week
Thomson NETg has asked Debra Ruh, founder and president of TecAccess, to speak during the Learning and Training Week, which will run from April 28 to May 1 in Washington, D.C.
Thomson NETg has asked Debra Ruh, founder and president of TecAccess, to speak during the Learning and Training Week, which will run from April 28 to May 1 in Washington, D.C.
Ms. Ruh will give her presentation on April 30. Joining her in a panel discussion will be Thomson NETgs Federal Accounts Manger, Dennis Stone, and its Software Development Manager, Derek Remfper.
| | - Ruh and Mr. Stone will offer cost-effective solutions for e-learning products that comply with Section 508. They will discuss techniques that make the technology more accessible for person with disabilities. Besides providing a better understanding of Section 508, they will also explain how to incorporate compliance without sacrificing learning. Moreover, Mr. Remfper will demonstrate Thomson NETgs unique approach to true accessibility.
Thomson NETg (www.netg.com) has been a top e-learning provider for 35 years. It serves individuals, institutions, and businesses with a wide range of educational products. They include e-books, books, software, training manuals, and self-study kits.
Section 508 is the amendment to the Workforce Rehabilitation Act of 1973, which was signed into law by President Clinton in 1998. It requires all federal departments, agencies, contractors, and federally funded companies to make their electronic and information technology accessible to people with disabilities. The law covers their development, maintenance, procurement, and use of these technologies.
TecAccess is a small woman-owned company that is one of the leading providers of Accessibility and Section 508 solutions. It provides comprehensive services that enable its clients to understand, acquire, and deliver accessible solutions. Specifically, it offers Independent Accessibility Testing for Section 508, Section 255, and other Accessibility Acts and Legislation. The majority of TecAccess associates are persons with disabilities.
- further information about the Section 508 presentation or about TecAccess, please call (804)749-8646 or e-mail druh@tecaccess.net or visit us on the web at www.TecAccess.net.
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