{"id":7945,"date":"2023-09-19T11:48:31","date_gmt":"2023-09-19T16:48:31","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blindabilities.com\/?p=7945"},"modified":"2023-09-19T11:48:33","modified_gmt":"2023-09-19T16:48:33","slug":"accessible-and-inclusive-learning-for-all-meet-cindy-camp-director-of-communications-and-marketing-at-described-and-captioned-media","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blindabilities.com\/?p=7945","title":{"rendered":"Accessible and Inclusive Learning for all! Meet Cindy Camp, Director of Communications and Marketing at Described and Captioned Media"},"content":{"rendered":"<!--powerpress_player--><div class=\"powerpress_player\" id=\"powerpress_player_7964\"><audio class=\"wp-audio-shortcode\" id=\"audio-7945-1\" preload=\"none\" style=\"width: 100%;\" controls=\"controls\"><source type=\"audio\/mpeg\" src=\"https:\/\/traffic.libsyn.com\/secure\/blindabilities\/DescribedAndCaptionMedia.mp3?_=1\" \/><a href=\"https:\/\/traffic.libsyn.com\/secure\/blindabilities\/DescribedAndCaptionMedia.mp3\">https:\/\/traffic.libsyn.com\/secure\/blindabilities\/DescribedAndCaptionMedia.mp3<\/a><\/audio><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Podcast Summary:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you a student or educator looking for free accessible academic content? Join me in the virtual studio, as I interview Cindy Camp, Communications and Marketing director of Described and Captioned Media.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Described and Captioned Media offers a wide variety of diverse academic video content for parents, students, and teachers throughout the United States. With a catalog of over 13,000 videos, there\u2019s sure to be something for everyone! Whether you have an interest in math, science, or anything in between, Described and Captioned Media is here to facilitate a fully inclusive learning experience with high-quality audio description, captioning services, and ASL Interpretation.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From the DCMP Website: \u201cThe DCMP provides services designed to support and improve the academic achievement of students with disabilities. We partner with top educational and television content creators and distributors to make media accessible and available to these students.\u201d&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>During the interview, Cindy explains the history of the program, the process for making these videos accessible, and the specifics of her role at the organization.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To learn more and sign-up for the DCMP, visit their&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/dcmp.org\/\">Website<\/a>, where you can also find resources on how to make your own content accessible as well!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Want to learn more about people with disabilities? DCMP offers educational courses on that as well. Learn more by visiting their&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/dcmp.org\/elearning\">eLearning Resources Page<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To contact Cindy directly, email her at&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:ccamp@dcmp.org\">ccamp@dcmp.org<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For other inquiries, visit their&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/dcmp.org\/contact-us\">Contact Page<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We hope you have enjoyed this interview. If you would like to learn more and contact us, you&nbsp;can follow us on Twitter&nbsp;@<a href=\"http:\/\/www.twitter.com\/blindabilities\">Blind Abilities<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On the web at&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.blindabilities.com\/\">www.blindabilities.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Send us an&nbsp;email at&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:info@blindabilities.com\">info@blindabilities.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Get the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/itunes.apple.com\/us\/app\/blind-abilities\/id1085849859?l=es&amp;mt=8\">Free Blind Abilities App&nbsp;on the App Store<\/a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.blindabilities.android.blind&amp;hl=en_US\">Google Play Store<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Give us a call and leave us some feedback at 612-367-6093. We would love to hear from you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Check out the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/607027582712671\/\">Blind Abilities Community<\/a>&nbsp;on Facebook, the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/BlindAbilities\/\">Blind Abilities Page<\/a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/jobinsightsgroup\">Career Resources for the Blind and Visually Impaired group.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To contact Simon directly, send him an email at&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:sbonenfant2@gmail.com\">mailto:sbonenfant2@gmail.com<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<!--powerpress_player--><div class=\"powerpress_player\" id=\"powerpress_player_7966\"><audio class=\"wp-audio-shortcode\" id=\"audio-7945-3\" preload=\"none\" style=\"width: 100%;\" controls=\"controls\"><source type=\"audio\/mpeg\" src=\"https:\/\/traffic.libsyn.com\/secure\/blindabilities\/DescribedAndCaptionMedia.mp3?_=3\" \/><a href=\"https:\/\/traffic.libsyn.com\/secure\/blindabilities\/DescribedAndCaptionMedia.mp3\">https:\/\/traffic.libsyn.com\/secure\/blindabilities\/DescribedAndCaptionMedia.mp3<\/a><\/audio><\/div><p>https:\/\/traffic.libsyn.com\/secure\/blindabilities\/DescribedAndCaptionMedia.mp3 Podcast Summary: Are you a student or educator looking for free accessible academic content? 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