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Assistive Technology Listing December 2013 Page 1 of 38 ASSISITIVE TECHNOLOGY COMMON DEVICES for STUDENTS WITH EXCEPTIONALITIES This document provides an overview of devices commonly used as assistive technology for students with disabilities. This lis t is provided only for the information of teachers an d schools. It is not a listing of items provided by the Department of Education nor does it suggest that the Department would supply any or all of the items de scribed here. Many items are part of the AT trial kit held by the Student Support Ser vices personnel at your regional office. Contact the program specialist or SS S itinerant affiliated with your school to discuss the possibility of trialing some of the devices found in the kit . NOTE: many software such as Word Q + Speak Q, Read and Wr ite Gold, and Kurzweil have 30 - day online free trials. Please see the URLs contained in this document with the descriptions of each device or software. The URLs provided were up to date on release of this document. Please inform jackiefewerbennett@gov.nl.ca or sewhalen@gov.nl.ca if you encounter a broken link. Applications are subject to the guidelines provided on the Department of Education website. Please consult http://www.ed.gov.nl.ca/edu/forms/studentsupport/applications.html for more information and associated forms. This listing was up to date as of December 2013.

Assistive Technology Listing December 2013 Page 2 of 38 Item Image Description Company Web Link Activity Trainer The Activity Trainer is a teaching tool that enables teachers to use videos to teach almost any targeted activity or skill – from simple to complex – and includes a library of activities with options to customize, modify, and crea te new activities. Accelerations Software http://www.dttrainer.com/produ cts/activity - trainer/ Big Bang Attention grabbing cause and effect activities for students with profound and mul tiple learning difficulties. Big Bang has eye catching images, stimulating movement, and exciting sound effects to match. The program grabs the user’s attention and encourages interaction with the computer. It provides visual and auditory stimulation, enab les learners to practice their visual tracking skills and more … Big Bang Action has explosive animated fireworks o r it can build up the action gradually by pressing a switch, with Big Bang Builds. You can also see objects moving around the screen in Big B ang Movement or simply change the color of the screen in Big Bang Color. The program is configurable, to allow activities to be played in different ways to suit the learner. Use a switch, IntelliKeys, keyboard, touchscreen or mouse. Inclusive TLC http://www.inclusivetlc.com/Pro ducts/ViewProduct.aspx?psid= 167&gpid=149 Assistive

Technology Listing December 2013 Page 3 of 38 Item Image Description Company Web Link Big Beamer Wireless Switch The Big Beamer wireless switch brings reliable, immediate switch access wi thout the hassle of cords. Multiple Big Beamers can be used in the same room a t the same time, from as far aw ay as 30 feet, without interference. The Big Beamer include s four interchangeable twist tops. Change from red to green to yellow to blue within sec onds. Additional switch tops in more colors sold separately AbleNet http://www.ablenetinc.com/Assi stive - Technology/Switches/Jelly - Beamer - and - B ig - Beamer - plus - Receivers Big Buddy Button Made for persons with moderate to severe upper extremity and motor disabilities, this switch features a 4 1/2 – inch target area and can be activated with just 5.3 ounces of force. Auditory and tactile feedback . AbleNet http://www.ablenetinc.com/Assi stive - Technology/Switches/Buddy - Button - and - Big - Buddy BigKeys LX - Colour ABC Keyboard For children or adults with a dvanced keyboard needs, who would benefit from the large, brightly - colored keys. The ABC key layout is for users unfamiliar with the standard QWERTY key order. Greystone Digital Inc. http://www.bigkeys.com/produc tcart/pc/viewPrd.asp?idcategor y=2&idproduct=4 Assistive Technology Listing December 2013 Page 4 of 38 Item Image Descrip

tion Company Web Link BIGmack Record any singl e message directly into the BIGmack communicator and press its activation surface for playback up to two minutes in length. With its large, 5 - inch activation surface, BIGmack may be a choice for persons with visual impairments or who require a larger targe t area. Mayer - Johnson http://www.mayer - johnson.ca/bigmack - communicator B IG Track Trackball The BIGtrack has a 3 inch trackball . The large ball requires less fine motor control than a stand ard trackball and it is ruggedly built. It has a left and right mouse click button located behind the trackball to avoid unwanted mouse clicks. B oth the BIGtrack and a second mouse can be connected allowing simultaneous participation. The bright large 3” t rackball helps to make mouse move ments easy and accurate. T he oversized buttons make mouse clicks simple for those with poor motor control. For even more access the BIGtrack is available in a switch adapted version. The switch adapted BIGtrack comes with t wo standard 1/8” plugs for two switches. Its left and right mouse clicks have been adapted so that you can use a switch for activation. Infogrip http://www.i nfogrip.com/product s/manufacturers/infogrip - inc/bigtrack - trackball.html Assistive Technology Listing December 2013 Page 5 of 38 Item Image Description Company Web Link Boardmaker Plus Boardma

ker Plus! offers all the same features as Boardmaker for creating print - based materials. Boardmaker Plus! transforms your paper activities by making your ac tivities interactive for use on the computer with sound, animation and video. With Boardmaker Plus! you can create all of the same materials you do with Boardmaker – practice quizzes, worksheets, schedules, books, writing activities, game s and more in 44 l anguages. With Boardmaker Plus! y ou can make them talk, prompt and support your students as they learn. Mayer Johnson http://www.mayer - johnson.ca/boardmaker - plus - v - 6/ Boardmaker Studio D esigned for Windows, Boardmaker Studio delivers Boardmaker Software Family features, like thousands of Picture Communication Symbols (PCS) and tons of time - saving templates and samples. Boardmaker Studio creates printed activities for teaching students wit h disabilities. Use Boardmaker Studio to import, edit and improve all of your Boardmaker print activities and most of your interactive Boardmaker Plus! activities, too. Mayer Johnson http://www. mayer - johnson.ca/boardmaker - studio/ Assistive Technology Listing December 2013 Page 6 of 38 Item Image Description Company Web Link Boardmaker w/Speaking Dynamically Pro Designed for individuals challenged by significant speech, language or learning disabilities who need symbol support, Boardmaker with Speaking D

ynamically Pro transforms a compu ter into a talking word processor, a speech output device and a student - learning tool. Create customized talking communication boards, interactive activities and printed materials using personal computers. Mayer Johnson http://www.mayer - johnson.ca/boardmaker - with - speaking - dynamically - pro - v - 6/ Card Master Card Reader The CAR2020 Card Reader can enhance supplemental reading materials, speech - language therapies, and f oreign language and ELD/ESL classes with a multisensory, kinesthetic approach to strengthening phonics, vocabulary and comprehension skills. It can record up to a 12 seconds onto a dedicated teacher or student track for modeling exercises, or it can create a permanent record onto a blank magnetic card to chart progress over time. Califone http://www.califone.com/produc ts/car2020.php CheapTalk 4 Square Communicator Assists in language development and is easy to use! Cheap Talk communica tors are light - weight, portable and user - friendly. They enable the user to “speak” pre - recorded messages. Messages ar e 5 seconds each and can be recorded and re - recorded as often as you wish. Enabling Devices http://e nablingdevices.com/cata log/assistive_technology_devic es_used_in_education/cheap - talks - accessories/cheap - talk - 4 - square - communicators Assistive Technology Listing December 2013 Page 7 of 38

Item Image Description Company Web Link Chester Mouse One - Button Mouse Young children can be confused about whether to use the right or left button on a mouse , and clicking on small objects, using drag - and - drop and click - and - move can be frustrating. A standard mouse doesn’t fit into small hands or the buttons a re just too far apart. C hester, a tiny single - button mo use with no scroll wheel, is easy to control an d made of rugged plastic for strength and durability. Chester Creek http://www.chestercreek.com/C hesterMouse.html Chooselt!Maker 2 Chooselt! Maker 2 help s switch users learn to make choices u sing scanning techniques, as you can cr e ate appropriate and interesting activities in finely graded steps of progression. Inclusive TLC http://www.inclusivetlc.com/Pro du cts/ViewProduct.aspx?psid= 160&gpid=146 Classroom Suite Classroom Suite is a software intervention tool developed based upon the principles of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) that combines two educational paradigms – systematic, explicit instruction and flexible creativity tools – Teachers have control over specific learning objectives, allowing differentiated instruction for individuals or groups to help students in grades PreK - 5 achieve mastery in reading, writing, and mathematics. Intellitools http://www.intellitools.com/class room - suite.html Assistive Technolog

y Listing December 2013 Page 8 of 38 Item Image Description Company Web Link Clicker 6 Clicker is a literacy tool that enables pupils to develop their reading and writing skills. Clicker 6 combines customizable pupil s upport tools that empower children to work independently, with intuitive activity wizards for teachers to create and edit Clicker activities. Crick Software http://www.cricksoft.co m/us/pro ducts/tools/clicker/home.aspx Communicate SymWriter 2 Communicate: SymWriter is a symbol - supported word processor that any writer, regardless of literacy levels, can use to author documents. Writers of any age or ability can use the Widgit Sym bols to see the meaning of words as they type, supporting access to new or challenging vocabulary. Widgit http://www.widgit.com/products/ symwriter/index.htm Discrete Trial Trainer The s oftware motivates individuals to perform tasks which they may not want to learn or may find difficult to learn. There are hundreds of colorful, interesting, and fun reinforcers to pick from which engage even difficult to motivate individuals. You can even add your own reinforcers! The DT Trainer breaks down lear ning into the appropriate steps . Accelerations Software http://www.dttrainer.com/produ cts/dt - trainer/ Assistive Technology Listing December 2013 Page 9 of 38 Item Image Description Company Web Link

Don Johnson Switch interface Pro Don Johnston’s NEW Switch interface Pro 6. 0 requires no software and can be used with both Windows and Macintosh computers. Five ports allow you to plug in multiple switches and provide the flexibility of emulating everything from a single - click to a ret urn. Students gain access to a wide variety of switch - accessible software . T he new versio n now supports Clicker 6. P ush a button to change function sets. Connect up to five standard switches to run your switch - enabled software. All the information you need to operate the switch interface is printed right on it. Don Johnson http://www.donjohnston.com/pr oducts/access_solutions/hardw are/switch_interfa ce_pro_5/ind ex.html Dragon Naturally Speaking Dragon speech recognition software makes it easier for anyone to use a computer. You talk, and it types. Use your voice to create and edit documents or emails, launch applications, open files, control your mouse, and more. Nuance http://www.nuance.com/for - individuals/by - product/dragon - for - pc/premium - version/index.htm Assistive Technology Listing December 2013 Page 10 of 38 Item Image Description Company Web Link Earobics Earobics software provi des individualized instruction in critical areas of reading. As students interact with lively characters like Katy - Pillar and Hakeem Hippo, they develop the foundationa

l literacy skills essential to their reading success. There are hundreds of levels of in struction built into the software. Each level is specially developed to help students build critical literacy skills, including recognizing and blending sounds, rhyming, and discriminating phonemes within words. All instruction builds on the strengths of e ach learner adjusting to each student’s individual level of ability with every click of the mouse, and enabling students to reach their full potential. Houghton Mifflin Harcourt http://www.earob ics.com/solutio ns/software.php Echo SmartPen Smartpens record everything you write and hear so you’ll never miss a word. Replay your meetings or lectures simply by tapping on your notes. LiveScribe http://www.livescribe.com/en - ca/smartpen/echo/ Essential Skills – Various Titles Essential Skills is a provider of CD and Web - based educational software for K to 6, older remedial students and English language learners. Our programs are used in the areas of reading, language arts, mathematics, science and social studies. Essential Skills Software http://essentialskills.net/product s Assistive Technology Listing December 2013 Page 11 of 38 Item Image Description Company Web Link Forte The Forte offers : text to speech, word prediction, voice output, and large LCD display with adjustable font sizes . Includes Keyboard

Instruction and a way for students to organize their work. Advanced Keyboard Technologies http://www.writ erlearning.com/s pecial - needs/forte.php Front Row Pro Digital Sound System FrontRow Pro Digital monitors sound to suppress feedback before it starts, making it easier for teachers to focus on te aching calmly and clearly. T eachers need only turn on thei r mic to start teaching. The receiver automatically wakes up from its energy - saving sleep mode and goes to sleep when the mic is turned off. Front Row http://gofrontrow.com/ca - en/prod ucts/frontrow - pro - digital Front Row To Go Portable Sound System FrontRow ToGo’s all - in - one design and built - in battery make it able to go beyond the classroom for outdoor learning, physical education, assemblies, and other situations demanding portabi lity. Front Row http://gofrontrow.com/ca - en/products/frontrow - to - go Assistive Technology Listing December 2013 Page 12 of 38 Item Image Description Company Web Link Fusion Now with built - in speaker. Can be used as an augmentative communication device (headphones are optional). Th e Fusion offers: text to speech, word prediction, large LCD display with adjustable font sizes, math facts practice, and a wide variety of other writing supports.. Functions that students use most frequently like the thesaurus, font size adjustment, and wo rd prediction all

have dedicated keys for one - button access. Advanced Keyboard Technologies http://www.writerlearning.com/s pecial - needs/forte.php GoTalk 32 Express The Express is a bridge between low - tech and dynamic display communication tools. The Express has surround - message LEDs for visual prompts, an option to add a 1.5 second auditory cue to any message, and the ability t o play multip le messages in sequence! T he GoTalk Express is a fully functional scanning device . Attainment Company http://www.attainmentcompany. com/product.php?productid=16 653 GoTalk Overlay Software Overlay cells can now contain multiple images and text boxes, so you can create personalized communication boards. Editing features let you adjust color, size and font of the text. Move enlarge, rotate, and crop picture. Choose fr om dozens of ready - made templates for all of Attainment’s AAC products plus standard paper size. Print overlays to any inkjet or laser printer. Attainment Company http://www.attain mentcompany. com/product.php?productid=16 134 Assistive Technology Listing December 2013 Page 13 of 38 Item Image Description Company Web Link GoTalk Pocket The GoTalk Pocket is lightwei ght, contoured, and fits in your hand, pocket, or purse. Attach the lanyard and use as a wearable communication devi ce. Six message keys with five levels gi ve the user 30 messages .

Overlays slide in easily and are stored in a removable compartment on the back. Attainment Company http://www.atta inmentcompany. com/product.php?productid=16 585 Headmouse Extreme HeadMouse Extreme replaces the standard computer mouse for people who cannot use or have limited use of their hands when controlling a computer or augmentative communication device. The HeadMouse translates natural movements of a user’s head into directly proportional movements of the computer mouse pointer. The HeadMouse has a wireless optical sensor which tracks a tiny dispos able target that is place d on the user’s forehead, glasses, ha t, etc. It works just like a computer mouse, with the mouse pointer being moved by the motion of the user’s head. Origin Instruments http://www.orin.com/access/he admouse/ Hip Talk Plus Portable Comm unication. 300 seconds of recording time. Auditory cueing. Magnetic Snap - on frames for easy icon changing. Contoured for the waist. 3 interchangeable frames (3, 6, 12 messages) included. Enabling Devices http://enablingdevices.com/cata log/assistive_technology_devic es_used_in_education/hip - talkers/hip - talk - plusaccessories Assistive Technology Listing December 2013 Page 14 of 38 Item Image Description Company Web Link Hitch Switch Interface This plug - and - play switch i nterface works with Windows and Macintosh. With no softwar

e setup, Hitch is immediately ready to deliver five sets of functions to as many as five switches at a time. Rows of functions are chosen with a single push of a button. Use Hitch with any switch - ac cessible title for scanning access. AbleNet http://www.ablenetinc.com/Assi stive - Technology/Computer - Access/Hitch%E2%84%A2 iAdapter 2 The iAdapter 2 is a fully rubberized housing that is designed to protect your iPad2 from damage and everyday usage. It has dual amplified speakers to enhance the sound quality and volume of the iPad2. A unique featur e of the iAdapter is the slide cover that can hide the iPad Home button to keep the user from accidentally leaving the current application. The iAdapter comes with a plastic stand as well as a carrying strap, LCD Screen guard and USB Charging kit. AMDI http://amdi.net/index.php?route =product/product&path=141_10 6&product_id=111 Inclusive Multiswitch The Mul tiSwitch features software and hardware that automatically detects the program you are loading and set up the switches for you. The inclusive MultiSwitch keeps itself up - to - date by downloading the latest database of software titles whenever you go on the internet. Inclusive TLC http://www.inclusivetlc.com/Pro ducts/ViewProduct.aspx?psid= 286&gpid=25 Assistive Technology Listing December 2013 Page 15 of 38 Item Image Description Company Web Link Inspiration

For visual mapping, outlining, writing and making presentations use inspiration 9. Brainstorm ideas, structure your thoughts and visually communicate concepts to strengthen understanding with the Diagram and Map Views. To take notes, organize information, and structure writing for plans, papers and reports, use the integrated Outline View to focus on main and supportin g ideas and to clarify thinking in written form. With Inspiration’s Presentation Manager, transform your diagrams, mind maps and outlines into presentations that communicate ideas clearly and demonstrate understanding and knowledge. Inspiration Software In c. http://www.inspiration.com/Kids piration Intellikeys USB Keyboard IntelliKeys is an alternative keyboard designed to meet the needs of students with physical disabilities. It is a customizable, flat, touch - sensitive device. Unlike standard keyboards with a fixed set of keys, the configuration of IntelliKeys can be easily changed by sliding different overlays onto the touch sensitive area. Intellitools http://www.intellitools.com/intelli keys.html Intelliswitch IntelliSwitch is a switch interface. I nstall the driver software, plug a switch into one of IntelliSwitch’ s five switch ports, and plug the receiver into your computer’s USB po rt. Users can then access switch software with one or more switches - wirelessly. IntelliSwitch is compatible with Dis

cover software, Intellitools software, and most self - scanning software. IntelliSwitch has ov er 25 functional switch presets. Ablenet http://webstore.ablenetinc.com/ search.aspx?sb=RANK&ss=Int elliswitch&x=0&y=0 Assistive Technology Listing December 2013 Page 16 of 38 Item Image Description Company Web Link iPod/iPad An iPod/iPad may be considered for st udents who are non - verbal, or who have limited functional verbal communication. Any request for communication software or devices must be supported by a report from the Speech - Language Pathologist affiliated with that school. iPads are generally reserved f or students who require them as communication devices and whose fine motor control prohibit them from effectively using an iPod. Apple www.apple.com IT Mouse Skills IT Mouse Skills teaches the many applications of the mouse in an entertaining and visually appealing atmosphere. Students are taken stage by stage through the applications o f the mouse: move the mouse over an object; drag and drop; drag along a path; drop - down menus. Clicking activities include clicking anywhere, click timing and double clicking. Introductions to each activity are provided and the successful completion is met with a n arra y of rewards. Many games are configurable. Adjust the difficulty level and change the background for high contrast; id eal for low vision. Cu

stomize the colors and sound effects too. Inclusive TLC http://www.inclusivetlc.com/Pro ducts/ViewProduct.aspx?psid= 226 Assistive Technology Listing December 2013 Page 17 of 38 Item Image Description Company Web Link IT Receiver A receiver and c omputer interface – one USB receiver unit allows the use of use up to six devices on one computer. Switches, joysticks and rollerballs can work together in an inclusive classroom. The supplied Sw itch Centre software can recognize the software you are using and choose the appropriate settings for your switches. Better still, it is kept up to date online so that it caters for new programs. If needed, Switch Centre allows you to program special switc h functions for individual requirements. It can be paired with up to six Simply Works transmitter units. USB connection supports rollerball, joystick , keyboard and switch functions . Inclusive TLC http://www.inclusivetlc.com/Pro ducts/ViewProduct.aspx?psid= 295&gpid=290 IT Switch A new wireless switch with a unique low slanted profile. Gives good tactile feedback with no protruding base and can be operated with the slig htest movement. Works directly with the it - Receive computer interface and the toy control units. Inclusive TLC http://www.inclusivetlc.com/Pro ducts/ViewProduct.aspx?psid = 300&gpid=290 IT Switch Skills These easy switch timing activities are fun for all

ages. The activities have exciting themes that motivate students who understand cause and effect to develop more disciplined switch use. Switch Skills 1 also encourages speaking and listening and helps develop concentration. The bright, clear graphics are suitable for those with visual impairment and there is lots of sound and music too. There is also an activity to introduce switch scanning. The program keeps statistics about student performance and the options allow you to make the games more difficult to Inclusive TLC http://www.inclusivetlc.com/Pro ducts/ViewProduct.aspx? psid= 183 Assistive Technology Listing December 2013 Page 18 of 38 Item Image Description Company Web Link provide progression. iTalk2 This dual - message communicator gives users the freedom to choose between two activities, food choices, stories or two of anything else you can imagine. iTalk2 is also great for asking and answering questions, telling jokes and making c omments in social situations. With two minutes of recording time, the possibilities are endless. Add a toy or appliance for immediate positive reinfo rcement and to enhance messages AbleNet http://www.ablenetinc.com/Assi stive - Technology/Communication/iTa lk2%E2%84%A2 - and - iTalk2%E2%84%A2 - with - Levels Jelly Beamer Twist Transmitter The Jelly Beamer wireless switch brings reliable, imme diate switch access without the hassl

e of cores. Multiple Jelly Beamers can be used in the same room at the same time, from as far away as 30 feet, without interference. Beamer include s four interchangeable twist tops. Change from red to green to yellow to blue within seconds . Additional switch tops in more colors sold separately. AbleNet http://www.ablenetinc.com/Assi stive - Technology/Switches/J elly - Beamer - and - Big - Beamer - plus - Receivers Assistive Technology Listing December 2013 Page 19 of 38 Item Image Description Company Web Link Jelly Bean Twist Switch The Jelly Bean switch features a 2.5 inch activation surface and is recommended for users who are able to access a smaller target area. Switch tops can be removed and replaced with the color of your choice: Red, Blue, Yellow, or Green. It’s all up to your own style, t astes, or specific vision needs. AbleNet http://www.ablenetinc.com/Assi stive - Technology/Swi tches/Jelly - Bean Kensington Expert Mouse Trackball Designed for PCs and Macs, the new Expert Mouse employs Kensington’s Diamond Eye optical technology for smooth, precise cursor movement. Surrounding the ball is a Scroll Ring that puts scrolling right at your fingertips. The Expert Mouse comes with a wrist rest . Kensington Group http://www.kensington.com/ken sington/us/us/p/1444/K64325/e xpert - mouse%C2%AE.aspx Key to Access USB The Key to Access enab

les you to take your literacy software with you on a portable USB MP3 Player. By just inserting the MP3 player into any USB Port, the floating tool bar will appear and then you just select any of the eight diff erent tools. The software NEVER needs to be installed on your computer. All your personal settings are saved on your Key to Access so that no matter which computer you use, your access will be the same. Premier Assistive http://www.readingmadeez.com /products/keytoaccess.html Assistive Technology Listing December 2013 Page 20 of 38 Item Image Description Company Web Link Kidspiration Using visual thinking methodologies, Kidspiration provides a cross - curricular visual workspace for K - 5 learners. Students combine pictures, text, nu mbers and spoken words to develop vocabulary, word recognition, reading for comprehension, writing and critical thinking skills. Kidspiration works the way students think and learn and the way teachers teach. As students make visual connections, they build fundamental skills in reading, writing, math, science and social studies; Kidspiration offers activities in all curriculum areas, so students use visual learning naturally and confidently. Inspiration Software Inc. http://www.inspiration.com/Kids piration KinderBoard - Colour Coded Keyboard A large - key computer keyboard that can assist children with vision or motor - skill impairme

nt . The KinderBoard has one inch oversized keys and large, bold, easy - to - read numbers and letters. The KinderBoard features color - coded consonants, vowels, numbers and punctuation marks to help pre - school children learn their character sets. The KinderBoard also features two USB 2.0 side ports and F - keys. Chester Creek http://www.chestercreek.com/Ki nderBoard.html Kurzweil 3000 Professional Kurzweil 3000 is an assistive technology text to speech, learning tool that supports the concept of Universal Design for Learn ing with a suite of powerful reading, writing, test - taking, and study skill tools that makes curriculum accessible to all students. It is particularly appropriate for students with learning disabilities such as Dyslexia, those who require reading intervent ion, students struggling with reading comprehension and English Language Learners (ELL). Kurzweil Educational Systems http://www.kurzweiledu.com/kur zweil - 3000 - v13 - windows.html Free trial available here. Assistive Technology Listing December 2013 Page 21 of 38 Item Image Description Company Web Link Little Step - by - Step Record any series of messages into the LITTLE Step - by - Step Communicator. Press its activation surface once to hear the first message. Press it again to hear the next message in the sequence, and so on. Two full minutes of recording time allow you to record as

many messages as you need. LITTLE Step - by - Step features an angled base and 2 ½ inch activation surface. AbleNet http://www.ablenetinc.com/Assi stive - Technology/Communication/BI G - Step - by - Step%E2%84%A2 - LITTLE - Step - by - Step%E2%84%A2 Magic Touch Add - On Touch Screen Magic Touch by Keytec is a glass touch screen. It attaches to your monitor, and transforms it into a touch interactive device. Magic Touch emulates a mouse, so you can control all mouse driven software with the touch of a finger or st ylus. To move the cursor, touch the desired position on the Magic Touch If you want to double click, touch twice at the same point. To select an icon, touch and release. To pull down a menu, touch, drag and release. Magic Touch and a pointing device can be used simultaneously. Included with Magic Touch is a soft tip stylus. Keytec Inc. http://www.magictouch.com/ad don.htm Membrane Switch The Membrane Switch is built with a tou ch sensitive membrane panel . It needs only a light touch on the 3.5 in ch window pad surface to activate. Water re sistance allows for easy cleaning. The switch is also designed for interchangeable overlays. Without an audible activation click, it is beneficial to users who are easily distracted by extraneous noises. AMDI http://amdi.net/index.php?route =product/product&path=141_11 5_116&product_id=181 Assistive Technology Listing December

2013 Page 22 of 38 Item Image Description Company Web Link Micro Light Switch A smaller version of the Cup Switch for users with good targeting ability. Easily activated with finger or chin. Includes five colored stickers. Auditory and tactile feedback (1 inch diameter). AbleNet http://www.ablenetinc.com/Assi stive - Technology/Switches/Sp ecial - Application - Switches Modified Pancake Switch It has a 3/8” lo w rim to make it easier to activate. Just touch the sensitive outside rim or anywhere on the top surface and you can activate any toy or device. Comes with a clear cover for your photo graphs or icons. Enabling Devices http://enablingdevices.com/cata log/capability_switches/saucer - switches/textured - saucer - switches Moon Switch The Moon Switch is a round switch with a 2 5/8” colored target area. A very sensitive switch requiring only a few grams of pressure to activate. A clicking sound to signal activations. Threaded pems on bottom for mounting solutions. AMDI http://amdi.net/index.php?route =product/product&path=141_11 5_116&product_id=142 Overlay Maker 3 Overlay Maker 3 transforms the IntelliKeys Keyboard into a curriculum access device . Overlay Maker allows users to create custom overlays for i ndividualized needs and expands the capabilities of the basic keyboard. Intellitools http://www.intellitools.com/overl ay - maker. html

Assistive Technology Listing December 2013 Page 23 of 38 Item Image Description Company Web Link Partner/Plus A single - message augmentative communication device that int erlocks with other Partner/Plus device s to create multi - message communicators. Start with a single message communicator and add on as skills are acquired. An elevated platfor m and slot for objects or picture cards makes the Partner/Plus a great tool for teaching object discrimination. Mounting holes on bottom for hanging on walls. AMDI http://amdi.net/index.php?route =product/product&path=141_98 _99&product_id=71 Partner/Plus Four with LED & Vibration The Partner/Plus Four is a four mes sage communication device with v ibration and LED lights for tactile and visual feedback. The Partner /Plus Four device has been completely redesigned. Molded carry handle, light weight, multiple input and output jacks, 2 levels of communication. AMDI http://amdi.n et/index.php?route =product/product&path=141_98 _100&product_id=77 Picture Plate Switch The Picture Plate Switch is a low profile switch that requires only a few grams of pressure to activate. With a click to signal activation, it sits on a slightly ang led platform for easier access. Its 5 X 5 target area has a slot for pictures. AMDI http://amdi.net/index.php?route =product/product&path=141_11 5_116&product_id=1 50 Assistive Technology Listi

ng December 2013 Page 24 of 38 Item Image Description Company Web Link Picture Plate Switch with USB The Picture Plate Switch with USB allows you to plug into any USB port on your comp uter for left click mouse functions. This switch is activated with only a few grams of pressure from any angle. This works well for switch click software where left mouse clicks are required. AMDI http://amdi.net/index.php?route =product/product&path=141_11 5_116&product_id=174 Pillow Switch A smooth and soft foam surface makes this switch suitable for head or cheek activation. Easily fastens to a pillow or wh eelchair cushion with safety pins and Velcro. Auditory and tactile feedback. AbleNet http://www.ablenetinc.com/Assi stive - Technology/Switches/Special - Applica tion - Switches Plate Switch A very thin membrane switch activated with a light touch on the colored circle. Surface is sealed to prevent moisture damage. No tactile/auditory feedback. Includes five colors. AbleNet http://www.ablenetinc.com/Assi stive - Technology/Switches/Special - Application - Switches Assistive Technology Listing December 2013 Page 25 of 38 Item Image Description Company Web Link Power Link 4 Six unique modes of control allow you to define exactly how, and for how long, appliances will be turned on. PowerLink will accept any single switch . AbleNet http://www.ablenetinc.

com/Assi stive - Technology/Environmental - Control - Units - ECU/PowerLink QuickTalker AbleNet’s go - anywhere communicator! AbleNet http://www.ablenetinc.com/Assi stive - Technology/Communication/Qu ickTalker%E2%84%A2 Read&Write GOLD Read&Write GOLD integrates with familiar applications (i.e. Microsoft Word, Internet Explorer, and Adobe Reader) giving access to featu res for reading, writing, and research support from within programs used every day. The easy - to - use customizable toolbar helps improve learning and comprehension. Access the support tools needed at school, work, or home. TextHELP Systems http://www.texthelp.com/North - America/our - products/readwrite Reading Pen TS A portable learning tool designed for students of a second - language as well as for children and adults with reading d ifficulties (such as dyslexia). The perfect solution for increasing reading autonomy and fluency, and enhancing text comprehension. You can WizCom Technologies http://www.wizcomtech.com/en g/catalog/platforms/01/default.a sp?pCat=8&PlatformID=22 Assistive Technology Listing December 2013 Page 26 of 38 Item Image Description Company Web Link easily scan text or insert it using the touch screen and virtual keyboard, hear it spoken aloud and obtain definitio n, translation, spelling, syllabication and correct pronunciation within seconds. All looked - up words can

be transferred to the PC for further practice. Text can also be uploaded from PC onto this fully mobile, lightweight p en, and can be read aloud wherev er you are. Ribbon Switch Activated by bending i n either direction. Soft to the touch and moisture resistant. Tactile feedback. AbleNet http://www.ablenetinc.com/Assi stive - Technology/Switches/Special - Appl ication - Switches Roller Plus Trackball This unit is a solution for the users who may have difficulties with a conventional mouse. Large 63.5 mm diameter ball offers a high degree of control with many additional features such as a speed control key, la tching a drag switch and buttons that allow only up/down or left/right movemen t of the cursor. Comes with a switch adaptor box allowing external switches to be used in place of some of the keys on the front panel. All of the switches on the front panel, wi th the exception of the speed control, can be duplicated with remote switches by using the connector on the rear of the unit. Traxsys Input Products http://www.traxsys.com/Assistiv eTechnology/Trackballs/Roller PlusTrackball/tabid/1418/Defau lt.aspx Assistive Technology Listing December 2013 Page 27 of 38 Item Image Description Company Web Link Seven - Level Communication Builder The 7 - Level Communica tion Builder is a self - contained communication device. It allows the user to record and play back 1,

2, 4, 8, or 16 different messages per level. There are seven levels for recordings, giving you a total of up to 112 messages (in the 16 window setting). To tal record time is 300 seconds. The u nit comes equipped with 5 frame/overlays in 1, 2, 4, 8 and 16 windows. Enabling Devices http://enablingdevices.com/cata log/assistive_technology_devic es_used_in_education/commu nication - builders/7 - level - communication - builders Single Switch Latch & Timer Switch Latch and Timers are used to add modes of control to any s witch accessible toy or appliance. They may be timed in seconds, or in minutes, and offer latching modes of control when using a switch to operate battery - powered toys and appliances. The Single Switch Latch & Timer is used by one user operating a single d evice. AbleNet http://webstore.ablenetinc.com/ single - switch - latch - and - timer - (slat)/p/100SSLAT/ Smart/Scan8 Pro The Smart/Scan 8 Pro has six surrounding LED s that illuminates each cell from three sides. The Smart/Scan 8 Pro can be used as a single or double switch scanner or as a direct select device. The Smart/Scan 8 Pro has multiple scanning options, scanning speeds, auditory prompts and an option for custo mized scanning patterns. The amount of cells that want to scan can be programmed to allow the device to grow with the user’s abilities . AMDI http://amdi.net/in dex.php?route =product/product&

path=141_98 _105_112&product_id=91 Assistive Technology Listing December 2013 Page 28 of 38 Item Image Description Company Web Link SmartNav 4 AT The SmartNav 4 AT is a total hands - free mouse solution. With built - in Dwell Clicking Software and a free On - screen Keyboard created by Lake Software. The AT package is used successfully by people with ALS, spinal cord injuries, muscular dystrophy, and other special needs. Natural Point http://www.naturalpoint.com/sm artnav/products/4 - at/ SOLO 6 SOLO is a l iteracy suite of the most popular assistive technology accommodations, including a text reader, graphic organizer, talking word processor, and word prediction for students who struggle to read and write. Don Johnston http://www.donjohnston.com/pr oducts/solo/ Speaking Language Master T he Speaking Language Master is used by students who are challenged by blindness, visual or speech impairments, learning disabilities or dyslexia. Headphones are inc luded for private listening, along with an AC adapter, press - on location dots, a large print reference card, and instructions in print and CD. Franklin Electronic Publishers http://www.franklin.com/speakin g - language - master#sthash.mcOz2Udm.dpb s Assistive Technology Listing December 2013 Page 29 of 38 Item Image Description Company Web Link Student Hand - Held Microphone Fron

tRow stu dent pass - around microphone was d esigned by FrontRow for K - 12 classrooms – and for children’s small hands – this mic helps increase part icipation while reinforcing the values of turn - taking and listening. FrontRow http://gofrontrow.com/files/docu ments/image_library/lo - res/Juno_student_m ic_front_lo w.jpg SuperTalker Use it as a single - message communicator for beginners and progress to a two - four - , or eight - message communicator as the user’s needs and abilities change. No need to learn a new device – instead, simply change the key gua rd/symbol holder. SuperTalker also offers eight levels so you can record and store as many as 64 messages! AbleNet http://www.ablenetinc.com/Assi stive - Technolo gy/Communication/Qu ickTalker%E2%84%A2 Swifty Swifty is a speedy USB switch interface in a compact design. Workin g with up to two wired switches ( or three wirelessly through Beam ), t his interface can output mouse clicks, joystick buttons or keyboard f unctions. Origin Instruments http://www.orin.com/access/swi fty/ Assistive Technology Listing December 2013 Page 30 of 38 Item Image Description Company Web Link Switch Adapted Computer Mouse Switch Adapted optical mouse by Infogrip, Inc. is a standard mouse with two standard 1/8” plugs for two swit ches. Its left and right mouse clicks have been adapted so that you can u

se a switch for activation. Infogrip http://www.infogrip.com/product s/manufacturer s/infogrip - inc/switch - adapted - mouse.html SwitchIt! Maker2 SwitchIt! Maker 2 turns your text, images, movies and sounds into simple on - screen activities that are accessible using a mouse whiteboard, touchscreen, keyboard or switches. Inclusive TLC http://www.inclusivetlc.com/Pro ducts/ViewProduct.aspx?psid= 159&gpid=146 Talkables III These compact message communicators allow for simple communication and come with built - in icon holders. All the Talkables come with free clear covers. 15 seconds total recording time. Records 3 messages. Three output jacks. Easy single message recording. Enabling Devices http://enablingdevices.com/cata log/assistive_technology_devic es_used_in_education/Talkable s/talkables - wbuilt - in - icon - holders - accessories Assistive Technology Listing December 2013 Page 31 of 38 Item Image Description Company Web Link TalkTrac Communication on the go with the TalkTrac wearable communicator. TalkTrac features four messages and two levels for a total of eight individual messages. AbleNet http://www.ablenetinc.com /Assi stive - Technology/Communication/Tal kTrac Tech/Plus 32 The Tech/Plus 32 is a multi - level AAC devices designed to aid communication through direct selection. Using “Real - Voice” technology, the Tech/Plus 32 provide

s speech playback at a high audio qu ality. The Tech/Plus 32 has 4 core vocabulary words at the top of the grid that will remain the same for all levels plus all the features of the Tech/Talk . The water resistant membrane operates with a light touch. The Tech/Plus has different options that a llow you to customize your communication device to fit your needs. AMDI http://amdi.net/index.php?route =product/product&path=141_98 _102&product_id=108 Assistive Technology Listing December 2013 Page 32 of 38 Item Image Description Company Web Link Tech/Plu s 8 The Tech/Plus 8 is a multi - level AAC device designed to aid communication through direct selection. Using “Real - Voice” technology, the Tech/Plus 8 provides speech playback at a high audio quality. The Tech/Plus 8 has 4 core vocabulary words at the to p of the grid that will remain the same for all levels plus all the features of the Tech/Talk. The water resistant membrane operates with a light touch. The Tech/Plus has different options that allow you to customize your communication device to fit your n eeds. AMDI http://amdi.net/index.php?route =product/product&path=141_98 _101&product_id=370 Tech/Scan 32 Plus ECU The Tech/Scan 32 Plus ECU is a light weight multi - level augmentative and alternative communication device that combines standard direct select communication with the benefits of scanning and environmental

controls. This device has r eal voice audio reproduction. The Tech/Scans have the LED prompt lights embedded in the grid which allows the use of overlays without the time consuming task of punching hole to see the lights. Large well labeled control button on back panel for ease of us e. AMDI http://amdi.net/index.php?route =product/product&path=141_98 _104&product_id=90 Assistive Technology Listing December 2013 Page 33 of 38 Item Image Description Company Web Link Tech/Scan 8 The Tech/Scan 8 is a light weight multi - level augmentative a nd alternative communication device that combines standard direct select communication with the benefits of scanning. This device has real voice audio reproduction. The Tech/Scans have the LED prompt lights embedded in the grid which allows the use of over lays without the time consuming task of punching hole to see the lights. Large well labeled control button on back panel for ease of use. AMDI http://amdi.net /index.php?route =product/product&path=141_98 _105_111&product_id=144 Tech/Scan 8 Plus ECU The Tech/Scan 8 Plus ECU is a light weight multi - level augmentative and alternative communica tion device that combines standard direct select communication with the benefits of scanning and environmental controls. This device has real voice audio reproduction. The Tech/Scans have the LED prompt lights embedded in the grid which allows the

use of o verlays without the time consuming task of punching holes to see the lights. Large well labeled control button on back panel for ease. AMDI http://amdi.net/index.p hp?route =product/product&path=141_98 _104&product_id=89 Assistive Technology Listing December 2013 Page 34 of 38 Item Image Description Company Web Link Tech/Speak with ECU The Tech/Speak with Environmental Controls combines augmentative communication with the added functionality of envi ronmental control. Combining all the functions, features, and benefits of the standard Tech Series with Environmental Controls that can control several electrical devices and/or light fixtures. Within each of four on - off combinations, up to eight RF device s can be programmed to activate simultaneously. The device functions through radio frequency. This device has real voice audio reproduction. AMDI http://amdi.net/i ndex.php?route =product/product&path=141_98 _104&product_id=84 Tech/Talk with ECU The Tech/Talk with Environmental Controls combines augmentative communication with the added functiona lity of environmental control. Possessing all the functions, features, and benefits of the standard Tech Series, the Tech Series with Environmental Controls can control several electrical devices and/or light fixtures. Within each of the four on - off combin ations, up to eight devices can be programmed into each on - of

f combination to activate simultaneously. The device functions through radio frequency. AMDI http://am di.net/index.php?route =product/product&path=141_98 _104&product_id=83 Assistive Technology Listing December 2013 Page 35 of 38 Item Image Description Company Web Link Textured Saucer Switch Saucer switches are now available with. The slightest movement activates the device of your choice . Enabling Devices http://enablingdevices.com/cata log/capability_switches/saucer - switches/textured - saucer - switches Touch Balloons Develop eye - hand coordination skills by popping balloons using the mous e, touchscreen or switch. Choose the speed and direction of travel: up, down, left, right or, for a challenge, random! Change the background, too: choose colors and sky effects, or use your own picture. Inclusive TLC http://www.inclusivetlc.com/Pro ducts/ViewProduct.aspx?psid= 214&gpid=149 TrackerPro TrackerPro is a computer input device that takes the place of a mouse for people with little or no hand movement. Simply plug it in and it works just like a mouse (no additional software required). Anything that can be done with a regular hand mouse can be done by using TrackerPro (in conjunction with one of many clicking solutions). Ablenet http://www.ablenetinc.com/Assi stive - Technology/Computer - Access/TrackerPro Assistive Technology Listing December 2013

Page 36 of 38 Item Image Description Company Web Link Trigger Switch Des igned to meet the needs of wheelchair users. Waterproof and dust proof. Includes five colors. AbleNet http://www.ablenetinc.com/Assi stive - Technology/Switches/Special - Application - Switches USB Switch Box The USB port is now the standard method of connect ing devices to computers. Crick Software (the Clickerk company) has created a simple and reliable switch interface that works with most switch accessible software. It is “plug_and_play” on Windows and Macintosh and works instantly with Clicker. The USB Key s software (included) converts switch presses from the Switch Box into key presses or mouse clicks. It is s et up via a window where you choose which key press or mouse click each switch will give. Crick Software http://www.cricksoft.com/us/pro ducts/accessibility/usb.aspx VisonBoard2 – High Contrast Keyboard The VisionBoard2, offers an advantage to people who find it painful or difficult to use a traditional keyboard. Large print keyboards have applications in such places as assisted living communities, special educational institutions, adult daycare, and home use. The VisionBoard2 improves readability and reduces eyestrain with big 1” X 1” square keys and large, bold black - on - yel low letters and numbers. Users with low vision or functional limitations can increase and im

prove capabilities with greater comfort and control. The VisionBoard2 also features two USB 2.0 side ports and F - keys. Also available with black - on - white keys. Ches ter Creek http://www.chestercreek.com/Vi sionBoard2Yellow.html Assistive Technology Listing December 2013 Page 37 of 38 Item Image Description Company Web Link Wireless Switch Latch & Timer Receiver Add the functionality of a Switch Latch and Timer (SLAT) with our Wireless SLAT Rec eiver. You’ll have four modes of control: timed, seconds, timed minutes, latch, and a direct mode that operates just like an original switch. AbleNet http://www.ablenetinc.com/Assi stive - Technology/Switches/Jelly - Beamer - and - Big - Beamer - plus - Receivers WiVik WiVik is an on - screen keyboard that enables people with physical disabilities to access any application within Microsoft Windows, XP/Vista (32 - bit). Instead of a physical computer keyboard, you select keys on a virtual, on - screen keyboard that is displayed within a window that you can move and size. You can select keys by: Pointing and clicking at keys with some pointing device, pointing and dwelling over keys with some pointing device and scanning across keys with a moving highlight automatically or under your control and making selections with discrete switch actions. Bloorview Kids Rehab http://www.wivi k.com/ WQ+SQ The a writing tool t

hat integrates word prediction, speech recognition and spoken feedback. Designed for struggling writers. A provincial license for WQ+SQ was purchased by the Department of Education in 2013. Applications are no longer re qui red for this software. For guidelines concerning the use of this software visit: http://www.ed.gov.nl.ca/edu/k12/studentsupportserv i ces/publications/principal_letter_to_accompany_WQ SQ.pdf . goQ Software http://www.goqsoftware.com/en /writing - products/wordq - and - speakq/#sthash.2zbTvBEy.dp uf Learning Centre for WQ+SQ http://www.goqsoftware.com/en /learning - center/ Assistive Technology Listing December 2013 Page 38 of 38 Item Image Description Company Web Link WYNN Wizard WYNN is a literacy software tool designed to enhance success for individuals with reading challen ges and writing difficulties. WYNN was developed with the help of special educators and individuals with learning difficulties such as dyslexia, dysgraphia and aphasia. By using a bi - modal approach – simultaneous highlighting of the text as it is spoken – W YNN transforms printed text into understandable information that benefits readers of all ages including English Language Learners (ELL), struggling readers and children with ADD (attention deficit disorder) or ADHD (attention deficit hyperactive disorder). Freedom Scientific http://www.freedomscientific.co m/LSG/pro