Hadley Hacks
Creating Lessons with Hadley Content
Using Hadley workshops, media, and discussion groups for lesson plans
Today’s focus
How to build lessons from Hadley content
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Hadley history
From Braille by mail to workshops including technology
Founded in 1920
William Hadley
Braille by mail
Background with Hadley content
From Seminars@Hadley to Hadley 2.0
Center-based training and NLS or in-person groups
Now organized as short, self-paced workshops
Hadley workshops
How to build lessons from Hadley content
Hadley workshop series
Discussion groups and podcasts
Workshop materials and delivery
Getting started
Registering with Hadley is simple
No cost to register
Online at Hadleyhelps.org
By phone at 800-323-4238
New option on the app
Why register
Registration unlocks useful services
Professionals can track CEU workshop credits
Members with vision impairment may access free Bookshare student-rate
Members with vision impairment may be eligible for NLS application
Email alerts with discussion group recordings
Hadley 2.0 workshops
Designed for flexibility
Multiple workshops per series
Each workshop is 10 minutes or less
Transcript available in Word format
Resources tab includes handouts, links, and extra information
Self-paced with no deadlines or homework
Workshop media
Multiple accessible formats are available
Online, large print, braille, and DTB audio cartridges
Flash drive in DAISY format by request
Search the catalog for availability: hadleyhelps.org/catalog
Braille for Everyday Use (uncontracted) available by phone
Braille options
Choose the format that fits the learner
Braille by Sight series is online only
Braille by Touch includes BEU and contracted braille
DTB audio supports Producing Braille and Techniques for Better Reading
Discussion groups
Live learning continues in discussion groups
See the August 2026 schedule for details
Join by Zoom app or phone
Will Call lets the participant receive a call before the group
Email and text alerts remind members of upcoming groups
Email alerts can deliver resources and the recording link
Hadley podcasts
Podcasts extend instruction
Hadley Presents and Insights and Sound Bites
Transcripts and audio downloads are available
Alexa can play the latest episode or go archives
Lesson materials
Move content into practical lesson delivery
Use online workshops or media sent directly to the client
Copy audio to a blank Talking Book Cartridge with a dongle
Email transcripts or print large-print Word version
Install the Hadley app for practice with smartphone
Creative lesson ideas
Use Hadley content as a teaching source
Use workshop series as primary or secondary sources
Use podcasts or discussion recordings for assignments
Example topics:
More stuff
Peer-to-peer match
ACT adjusting support group
Closing
Keep lessons brief, accessible, and practical
Blend workshops, podcasts, and discussion groups
Match the format to the learner
Use Hadley content to support skill building
Example scenario
Contact:
Steve Kelley CVRT
800-323-4238