Standard Technology Tools
Checklist For
Elementary
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…).
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.
Amazing Writing Machine:
Writing software that assists students by suggesting topics to get
them started or to continue when a prompt is needed. The program can suggest
words, pictures, and sounds to make writing more interesting.
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.)
IntelliTalk®: A software program that is a talking
word processor. This program provides voice output for entered text.
PixWriter: A software program for early writing intervention. It motivates students to write by providing a picture for
most words that they enter. The student may also select picture/word buttons
from templates to write. Built-in speech gives students immediate feedback on
the selections they make or lets teachers create talking documents for early
reading experiences.
Clicker 4®: A software program that is a
supportive writing tool that combines a talking word processor, Clicker
Writer, with Grids (templates), Clicker Grids. Clicker Writer
can be used with or without pictures and has speech support. You can type
directly into Clicker Writer, or you can enter text and pictures from the
Clicker Grids. A Clicker Grid usually fits in the bottom half or third of
the screen. When using a Clicker Grid, cells can contain whole words,
phrases, or pictures. You can listen to a cell before selecting it and also hear
the whole sentence read back when a period is typed at the end. Pre-made grids
are available in the program with hundreds more available from the Crick
Software website.
READING:
Pal
Pad: A flat membrane switch activated with
the slightest touch. Available in three sizes: large, small and mini. May be
used with the Sequencer to allow students access to pre-recorded pages from a
book.
Sequencer: A voice-output, one-button, sequential messaging communication device.
Record messages in preset order to play back in succession. A total of 60
seconds of recorded time is available to use on 1 or 2 levels.
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.
IntelliTalk®: A software program that is a talking
word processor. This program provides voice output for entered text.
Kidspiration®: Kidspiration®
helps students K-5 see,
organize, and develop their great ideas. Using the proven principles of visual
learning, young readers and writers build confidence in organizing information,
understanding concepts, and expressing their thoughts. Use
Kidspiration across the curriculum to: Brainstorm
ideas with pictures and words; Organize and categorize information visually;
Create stories and descriptions using engaging visual tools; Explore new ideas
with thought webs and visual mapping.
Clicker
4®: A software program that is a
supportive writing tool that combines a talking word processor, Clicker
Writer, with Grids (templates), Clicker Grids. Clicker Writer
can be used with or without pictures and has speech support. You can type
directly into Clicker Writer, or you can enter text and pictures from the
Clicker Grids. A Clicker Grid usually fits in the bottom half or third of
the screen. When using a Clicker Grid, cells can contain whole words,
phrases, or pictures. You can listen to a cell before selecting it and also hear
the whole sentence read back when a period is typed at the end. Pre-made grids
are available in the program with hundreds more available from the Crick
Software website.
Instant Access to Living Books:
Adaptation for
Living Books software by Broderbund to make Living Books accessible with a
TouchWindow®, IntelliKeys®, or switches for scanning.
WordWise: WordWise combines pictures, words, speech and print features to
provide comprehensive language enrichment. Students can record their own voice
to compare to the voice on the program for pronunciation training. The word can
be presented with or without a picture. Word files can be created for each
student or chosen from seven pre-selected lists:
community, house, people, outdoor, actions, or adjectives. The program is
compatible with the TouchWindow® and IntelliKeys® keyboard.
Looking for Words: Looking for Words is a community exploration software program that
combines reasoning skills while it helps build vocabulary. There are three
different modules to the program: Community
Words, School Words, and Home Words. In the Explore mode, the student is able to move to different
locations, learning new words. Click (or touch using a TouchWindow®) any object
and it identifies itself. The List mode creates a word list. Here, the student
must look for words in all the right places. Where would you find a basketball,
rake, or mailbox? The instructor can direct the difficulty level, and save
student scores to track progression. Finally, use the Print option to print
individualized vocabulary lists along with their corresponding full-color
pictures. It's a great way to make student booklets, table-top activities, and
homework assignments.
Story Time (now titled Story Kits):
MATH:
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.
Coin-U-Later®:
A hand-held device
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Show Me Math:
Time Scales: A software program that allows students to match times, choose times
from multiple choice, or set the clock. It addresses various levels of
difficulty: hours, minutes, and the difference between two times. Students may
choose from various clock faces, digital time, time in words or audio cue only.
STUDY STRATEGIES/ORGANIZATION:
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.
Kidspiration®: Kidspiration®
helps students K-5 see,
organize, and develop their great ideas. Using the proven principles of visual
learning, young readers and writers build confidence in organizing information,
understanding concepts, and expressing their thoughts. Use
Kidspiration across the curriculum to: Brainstorm
ideas with pictures and words; Organize and categorize information visually;
Create stories and descriptions using engaging visual tools; Explore new ideas
with thought webs and visual mapping.
COMMUNICATION:
Object Communication
System: A communication system
that consists of real objects that are attached to laminated 4x6 cards to be
used for communication, transitions or choice making. Picsyms are attached to
the card to reinforce the transition from objects to symbols.
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.
Flip
& Talk: A communication system that consists of a spiral bound set of 15 vinyl
strips with picture tabs. Vocabulary can be placed on both sides of the strips
giving access to up to 30 categories of symbol strips. It is available in large
and small sizes.
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.
Four Compartment Communicator:
A
compartmentalized communicator. Place objects, pictures, picsyms or word cards
in each of the four compartments; record message for each compartment; press
down on the corresponding colored switch for voice output.
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.
Sequencer: A voice-output, one-button, sequential messaging communication device.
Record messages in preset order to play back in succession. A total of 60
seconds of recorded time is available to use on 1 or 2 levels.
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.
Dynamo: Portable communication device with a dynamic black and white screen
display, which uses recorded speech and allows access to several levels.
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.
Instant Access to Living Books:
Switch Basics:
A software program that teaches students to use a switch to select
onscreen animations with sound output. Scanning options are available.
SOCIAL/RECREATION/LEISURE:
Pal
Pad: A flat membrane switch activated with
the slightest touch. Available in three sizes: large, small and mini. May be
used with the Sequencer to allow students access to pre-recorded pages from a
book.
Taction Pad: Clear,
adhesive backed, flexible, touch sensitive, plastic patch activated by the
slightest touch. When adhered to a surface or object, it acts like a switch.
Taction pads are available in four different styles. Taction pads only work with
Adaptivation's line of touch activated devices. Other devices can be used with
them when interfaced with a Link Switch or the Switch Scanner, also available
through Adaptivation.
Switch Basics:
A software program that teaches students to use a switch to select
onscreen animations with sound output. Scanning options are available.
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.
Instant Access to Living Books:
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.