Webinars for you

Envoy Connect: An accessible and affordable audiobook player

In May 2023, CELA launched our new service which uses the Envoy Connect audiobook player to read books in CELA’s collection. This webinar will provide a basic introduction to the Envoy Connect player, a portable, affordable and easy-to-use device. This webinar is for anyone who prefers listening to audiobooks using self-contained players with a tactile interface, rather than through computers, smart phones or tablets.

This webinar will cover:

  • Background and context to explain how and why the Envoy Connect became an option for accessing audio books.
  • Basics of the Envoy Connect Player: what it is, how it works, etc.
  • How to manage books on the Envoy Connect with the CELA Connect software.
  • Where to find learning resources or purchase the player.


Select the link below to register for this webinar:

Thursday Oct 24 1:00-2:00pm EDT

Help! How do I support struggling readers?: An introduction to accessible literacy and reading formats

In this webinar, you’ll learn how to support readers with print disabilities, including learning disabilities, vision loss, and physical disabilities. You’ll receive an introduction to different reading formats and the features that make them more accessible. Formats will include ebooks, audiobooks, braille, decodable books, hi-lo books, and graphic novels. Join in to discover a broader approach to reading and literacy development.

  • Review of the different types of print disabilities and their unique reading needs.
  • Discover various reading formats and their accessibility features.
  • Learn how alternate formats contribute to literacy development.
  • Learn helpful tips for supporting struggling readers, including those with print disabilities.

To register for this one-hour session select the link below:

Tues Nov 12 2:00-3:00pm EST

Accessing CELA using a Victor Reader Stream DAISY player

Do you own a Humanware Victor Reader Stream? Are you considering getting one to access reading materials from CELA? Join us for this hour-long webinar about how this versatile device lets you read CELA’s books and magazines in audio and e-text formats. This webinar is for new Victor Stream users or those interested in learning new tips. By attending this webinar, you will learn about:

  • General features of the Victor Stream, and what’s new with the latest model
  • Configuring the device for use with CELA
  • How to navigate and manage your Direct to Player bookshelf
  • Reading a title and playback options
  • How to find help in using the Victor Stream with CELA

Select the link below to register for this webinar:

Tues Nov 26 2:00-3:00pm EST 

Participating in a webinar

To take part in our webinars on Zoom, you will need a computer with an internet connection or you may join by phone. Please note:  Those joining by phone may incur long distance charges.

System requirements for using Zoom and a complete list of keyboard shortcuts are available on the Zoom website:

Here are some tips for using Zoom with a screen reader or on the phone:

Useful Zoom shortcuts
  PC Mac Phone
Raise/Lower hand Alt+Y Option+Y *9
Show/Hide chat window Alt+H Command+Shift+H  N/A
Mute/Unmute Alt+A Command+Shift+A *6

On iOS, all meeting controls are found on bottom row of the Zoom meeting window.

Registering for a webinar

To register for a training session on Zoom, click on the link with the webinar date and time and complete the registration form. (You will need to adjust the times for your region - all times given on the website are in Eastern Time). 

Joining a webinar

Once you have registered, you will receive your own link to join the webinar with the option of adding the information to your calendar.