Standard Technology Tools
Checklist For
Community Campus
READING:
Write:OutLoud®:
A software program that is an
easy-to-use talking word processor that enhances a student’s writing success.
This program provides auditory output to allow the student to hear what they are
writing in addition to seeing it. The speech options can be set so that the
student can hear letters, words and/or sentences. In addition, Write:OutLoud
provides an auditory and visual cue when a word is misspelled. The student then
has the option to use the spell checker to select the correct spelling of a word
either visually or auditorily (listen to how words are pronounced).
Write:OutLoud can be used to read aloud text that has been entered (ie.
presenting a report orally…).
IntelliTalk®: A software program that is a talking
word processor. This program provides voice output for entered text.
Start-to-Finish Books Series:
A
series of books that are of high-interest and have controlled vocabulary by
specific reading levels. Three formats are included in each set:
narrated computer book on CD; paperback book; and an audio-cassette to
provide students with a variety of reading supports.
Read
Community Signs: Independent Daily Living software that
presents four common community signs at once. With an auditory prompt to find
one, the student is to select the corresponding sign.
Read Functional Words: Independent Daily Living software
that presents five word signs and auditorily prompts the student to find one of
them. If a prompt is necessary, the word or phrase is displayed within its
environmental context.
Order at McDonalds®: Independent Daily Living software
that helps students recognize the printed words of a McDonalds menu. A
photograph is displayed and the student must select the corresponding word from
the menu.
Kurzweil
3000: A
software program that allows the student to scan printed material into the
computer from a document, book, newspaper, etc. Text can be edited. Sentences
and words are highlighted as the computer reads the text aloud. The student can
choose the voice, speed and highlighting colors. In addition, the student can
type in his/her own documents to hear characters and words spoken out loud.
Other features include spell checking and word prediction to help the student
express ideas. The student can highlight, take notes (sticky and/or voice notes)
and add bookmarks in documents as well as hear web sites read aloud.
Spell-A-Word:
A software program for teaching
beginning to advanced letters/numbers. Spell-A-Word targets identification,
spelling, and word recognition. It includes large print for easy recognition of
the presented letter/number.
IntelliKeys®: A programmable alternative keyboard that
plugs into the keyboard port of your computer. It works with any software
that uses a keyboard or switch. A set-up overlay is used to customize the
settings.
Coin-U-Later®:
A hand-held device
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2+2: A software program for students with beginning to advanced number skills. Uses
an errorless learning method to work on early math problems. Drill and test
modes designed to enter lists of problems for the student to practice and test
on. 2+2 is compatible with the computer keyboard, IntelliKeys® keyboard or a
switch.
Identify Money: A software program that has activities to
identify money by name, asks for money by value, and lets the student pick out
the correct bills & coins from among realistic choices to pay a cashier in a
store.
Read A Clock: Independent Daily Living software that matches activities to a specific time
shown with three different clock faces. Students are to select the clock face
with the correct time.
MathPad: MathPad is a program that provides electronic
worksheets for problems that you enter. MathPad allows the student to
solve addition, subtraction, multiplication and division problems directly on
the computer. Ideal for students who have difficulty doing math problems
using paper and pencil.
PicSyms:
PicSyms are line drawn graphic symbols created using Boardmaker™
software. Boardmaker along with the three addendum libraries contains over 6000
symbols in color or black and white. Sign language addendums are also available.
AlphaSmart 3000®: The AlphaSmart is a lightweight and portable word processor that
allows the student to complete and organize written work in up to 8 different
10-12 page files. Information can easily be sent to the computer for formatting
and printing.
Kurzweil
3000: A
software program that allows the student to scan printed material into the
computer from a document, book, newspaper, etc. Text can be edited. Sentences
and words are highlighted as the computer reads the text aloud. The student can
choose the voice, speed and highlighting colors. In addition, the student can
type in his/her own documents to hear characters and words spoken out loud.
Other features include spell checking and word prediction to help the student
express ideas. The student can highlight, take notes (sticky and/or voice notes)
and add bookmarks in documents as well as hear web sites read aloud.
TAKING EXAMS:
AlphaSmart 3000®: The AlphaSmart is a lightweight and portable word processor that
allows the student to complete and organize written work in up to 8 different
10-12 page files. Information can easily be sent to the computer for formatting
and printing.
Kurzweil
3000: A
software program that allows the student to scan printed material into the
computer from a document, book, newspaper, etc. Text can be edited. Sentences
and words are highlighted as the computer reads the text aloud. The student can
choose the voice, speed and highlighting colors. In addition, the student can
type in his/her own documents to hear characters and words spoken out loud.
Other features include spell checking and word prediction to help the student
express ideas. The student can highlight, take notes (sticky and/or voice notes)
and add bookmarks in documents as well as hear web sites read aloud.
COMMUNICATION:
PicSyms: PicSyms are line drawn graphic symbols created using Boardmaker™
software. Boardmaker along with the three addendum libraries contains over 6000
symbols in color or black and white. Sign language addendums are also available.
PECS: The Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) focuses on the
initiation component of communication, which is used in a variety of settings.
Students are taught to approach and give a picsym of a desired item to a
communicative partner in exchange for that item. In doing that, the student
initiates a communicative act for a concrete outcome within a social context.
Then the student is taught to sequence a sentence using picsyms that are placed
on a sentence strip. The sentence strip is then handed to the communication
partner.
BIGmack Communication Aid:
Voice output communication
device with single message output.
Rocking Plate: A voice-output communication device offering two plates each with a
ten second message. Picsyms or Object Communication Cards can be attached to
each plate.
Cheap Talk 4: Voice output communication device that allows the student to
communicate a message by touching one of four 2" colored squares. Depending
on the model, external switches or scanning options are available.
Cheap Talk 8: Voice output communication device that allows the student to communicate
a message by touching one of eight 2" colored squares. Depending on the
model, 6 levels, external switches or scanning options are available.
Step-By-Step Communicator:
A voice-output, one button
sequential messaging communication device. Record a sequence of any number of
messages, up to a total of 75 seconds. Messages are recorded in a pre-set order
to play back in succession.
COMPUTER ACCESS:
Big Red Switch:
A 5” switch for single switch access.
SFSD
IntelliTools® CD: This
CD contains 40 different activities that teach a variety of skills. Optional
IntelliKeys® overlays are included for use of the IntelliKeys expanded keyboard
with each of the programs.
Computer Control Panel: The Control Panel of each computer has accessibility options. (The options available vary
depending on the computer model and what has been previously installed. If there
are options that a student needs, please contact the SFPS Assistive Technology
Coordinator.)
Microsoft
Word® - Word Processing Options: Student
preferences for contrast between the background color and the text color, size
of font, and type of font can all be changed within the MICROSOFT WORD
PROGRAM.
Once a document is open the settings may be changed and also saved for that
document.
AlphaSmart 3000®: The AlphaSmart is a lightweight and portable word processor that
allows the student to complete and organize written work in up to 8 different
10-12 page files. Information can easily be sent to the computer for formatting
and printing.
IntelliKeys®:
A programmable alternative keyboard that plugs into the keyboard port
of your computer. It works with any software that uses a keyboard, mouse or
switch. A set-up overlay is used to
customize settings.
TouchWindow®: A touch screen that attaches over a computer monitor for direct
selection. With a simple touch the computer responds and allows students to make
selections, move objects, pull-down menus, and write with onscreen keyboards.
Click It®: A
software program for making “point and click” software accessible for
students who use the IntelliKeys® keyboard and/or switch.
Features:
IntelliPics®:
A software program that is used for
creating multimedia reports, presentations and activities. It features
animation, graphic and sound collections. It also has a quiz option available.
Use with Overlay Maker® to create overlays for your IntelliPics programs.
Overlay Maker®:
A computer program for creating custom
overlays for any activity that is made with IntelliTalk® or IntelliPics®.
These programs create the keys for the overlay by sending the activity into
Overlay Maker. Overlay Maker is then used to edit and print the overlay. It also
allows you to create keys to perform multiple actions.
IntelliPics®:
A software program that is used for
creating multimedia reports, presentations and activities. It features
animation, graphic and sound collections. It also has a quiz option available.
Use with Overlay Maker® to create overlays for your IntelliPics programs.
SFSD
IntelliTools® CD: This
CD contains 40 different activities that teach a variety of skills. Optional
IntelliKeys® overlays are included for use of the IntelliKeys expanded keyboard
with each of the programs.
Teenage Switch
Progressions: A
software program that uses cartoon-like simulations about real life. The student
starts with cause/effect, and moves to on time, and on purpose interactions.
This age appropriate software for teens also prompts learning how to wait.
Early & Advanced Switch Games:
A software program that includes 19
different switch games that drill cause/effect, following directions and
matching.
RadSounds: A
software program that teaches cause/effect using music and animation. Comes with
a variety of songs, or you can record your own. Three modes let you target
cause/effect or allow the student to be the DJ. The student may access using a
switch, mouse, joystick, touch screen, or spacebar.
101 Animations: Cause/effect software that places a
large/loud animation on the screen after every click. Works with a mouse,
switch, touch screen or spacebar.
Press to Play Series™: A software program that
teaches cause/effect using a series of four single-switch story scenes. The
student may access a switch, mouse, joystick, or touch screen to activate short,
animations on screen. Titles include: Press-to-Play-Speedy;
Press-to-Play-Zoo; Press-to-Play-Animals; and Press-to-Play Sports.
Battery Interrupter: Quickly adapt any battery-operated
device for switch use. The copper disk fits between the battery contacts and a
battery in the device for switch access.
Cordless Receiver: A device that is ideal for working with battery-operated toys/equipment
that move or when the student needs to be farther away from the device than what
a corded switch allows. Requires a Cordless Switch to operate. For instructions
see Cordless Big Red Switch.
Sony Mavica Digital Camera:
This camera takes digital photos and
stores on a floppy disk. Video/audio capabilities are available for up to 60
seconds per floppy disk.
ACTIVITIES OF DAILY LIVING:
Independent
Living Software: Software
featuring 10 different programs to reinforce independent
living activities.
TV and VCR Remote: Works like a Universal Remote but with
only one surface to activate to control the TV and the VCR. Compatible with most
TVs and VCRs.
VOCATIONAL:
Sony Mavica Digital Camera:
This camera takes digital photos and
stores on a floppy disk. Video/audio capabilities are available for up to 60
seconds per floppy disk.