Large Print Templates and Macros for Microsoft Word – Part 2: Applying Tools and Styles

Offered in collaboration with NIMAC

Dates/Times

Wednesday, November 12, 2025. 1:00pm - 2:00pm EST.

Description

In this follow-up to Part 1, participants will gain a general understanding of how to work with VistaType Large Print Templates and Macros in a real-world editing environment. This session focuses on using macros and styles to streamline the formatting process and ensure documents meet large print standards. Participants will learn how to clean up common formatting issues, apply the appropriate styles using the Styles pane, and utilize macros designed to tag and format reference page numbers correctly.

Location

Online training via Zoom

Audience

  • Paraprofessionals working with students who are potential or current braille users, particularly young, newly blind, or cognitively limited students
  • County Boards of Developmental Disabilities staff working with students who are potential or current braille users
  • Other school staff working with students who are potential or current braille users
  • Parents and family of children who are potential or current braille users

Objectives

  • Participants will describe the file cleanup sequence used to address common formatting variances.
  • Participants will use macros to identify, tag, and apply the correct style for large print reference page numbers.
  • Participants will recognize and apply various proprietary VistaType large print styles using the Styles pane in Microsoft Word.

Instructor

Katie Robinson, Production Specialist with the AT&AEM Center at OCALI and Jerry Whittaker, Braille Consultant with the AT&AEM Center at OCALI.

Registration

This training is limited to the first 250 participants to register. Classes fill-up fast, so don't delay signing up!

Register online

Do you need accommodations? Please fill out the Accommodations Request form at least one week prior to the scheduled training to ensure we are able to fulfill your request adequately. We strive to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully.

For more information or questions contact Augusta Fisher at augusta_fisher@ocali.org