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TECH Tidbits from TASK
Team of Advocates for Special Kids' Assistive Technology E-Mail Newsletter
October 2016 |
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Upcoming Assistive Technology Workshops
APPtastic Adventures: Fun and Educational Apps for Special Education
Wed., Nov. 2, 5:30-7:30 pm
Magnolia Park FRC
Garden Grove
Please call (714) 530-7413 to register.
Reading and Writing Solutions,
Tips and Tricks
Wed., Nov. 2, 6:30-8:30 pm
Down Right Blessed
Knights of Columbus Hall
Downey
Please call (562) 529-5599 to register.
APPtastic Adventures: Fun and Educational Apps for Special Education
Mon., Nov. 7, 6:00 - 9:00 pm
LAPD 77th Street Division Community Room
Los Angeles
Please call (866) 828-8275 to register.
Wading through the Waters
of Communication Apps
Thurs., Dec. 1, 9:30 -12:30
TASK Anaheim
Please call (866) 828-8275 to register.
TASK Membership
Please consider joining TASK as a member! Members receive the following benefits:
- Free TECH Labs
- Bimonthly 28-page TASK newsletters
- Membership is tax-deductible
Membership is as low as $35.00 per year, per family. Join online! Visit the
Membership page on our website for more information.
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This month, we have some wonderful resources to share with you in honor of AAC Awareness month, including our upcoming "Lunch and Learn" with Tobii Dynavox on November 4, 2016. This is your chance to explore assistive technology solutions from Tobii Dynavox and Boardmaker. Register online.
About Tobii Dynavox and Boardmaker
Tobii Dynavox is the leading provider of touch and eye tracking-based assistive technology hardware and software for those with communication and mobility challenges. This technology helps people with disabilities such as aphasia, autism, cerebral palsy, ALS, muscular dystrophy, Rett syndrome and spinal cord injury lead fuller and richer lives. Tobii Dynavox stands at the forefront of assistive technology and special education, pushing the boundaries of what is possible for delivering the most advanced, effective and empowering communication and computer access tools available.
Boardmaker is a trusted tool for parents, teachers, and therapists to create symbol adapted accessible curriculum materials for students - regardless of their abilities.
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Vendor Spotlight: Lingraphica Systems
Lingraphica is a leading provider of communication devices and apps for persons with aphasia and other speech related deficits. They have a range of products including dedicated AAC devices such as the AllTalk, TouchTalk and MiniTalk, as well as a line of communication apps.
Lingraphica Device Assessment Tool
: The Lingraphica Device Assessment Tool is an app that gives speech-language pathologists the ability to assess multiple clients' readiness for a Lingraphica speech-generating device. By working through three simple sections (an Evaluation, a Device Simulation, and a Questionnaire), a speech-language pathologist can determine if a client has the necessary skills and functionality needed to operate a Lingraphica speech-generating device. The app is designed with flexibility in mind, so speech-language pathologists can use it to evaluate multiple patients anywhere and anytime. Upon completion of the assessment, a speech-language pathologist can view and send the results to Lingraphica and receive a free clinical consultation.
TalkPath Therapy: Lingraphica's TalkPath Therapy is the ultimate task-based, online therapy solution for individuals and professionals. The free scientifically developed platform is accessible in multiple ways: online or offline from the TalkPath Therapy app for the iPad, or online with a desktop or laptop computer. With more than 11,500 language and cognitive exercises, you can begin rebuilding your speech and strengthening your memory today. It's easy to get started with a FREE account. Just download the TalkPath app from the App Store or log on to therapy.aphasia.com and create a free account.
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Open Symbols - Open Licensed Communication Symbols for Everyone
This is a searchable collection of
open-licensed
picture symbols that can be used for augmentative communication. The collection pulls from multiple sources and currently includes access to more than 57,000 symbols and icons!
Board Communicator is a powerful and simple AAC app that helps to give a voice to individuals that cannot speak on their own.
The magic in the Board Communicator is that it is super simple and easy to customize. Board Communicator makes creating custom communication boards a breeze. You can easily adjust the settings of the Board Communicator interface to make it an effective AAC app for a wide range of users.
IOS: A Wide Range of Features for a Wide Range of Needs
Intuitive by design, iPhone, iPad and iPod touch also come with assistive features that allow people with disabilities to experience the fun and function of iOS. With these innovative technologies built right in, iOS devices become powerful and affordable assistive devices. For information on the latest accessibility features, visit Apple's accessibility website. For a more in-depth look at some of iOS 10's newest accessibility features, read 4 New Accessibility Features of iOS 10 You Should Know on Luis Perez's website.
If you are interested in any of the above, please feel free to make an appointment for an individualized technology lab in either our Anaheim or South Gate TECH Centers. We would be happy to let you try them out in person.
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Laura Simmons-Martinez
Assistive Technology Program Manager
Team of Advocates for Special Kids
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| TASK is a nonprofit Parent Training and Information Center that serves all ages and all disabilities. TASK is funded in part by grants from the U.S. Department of Education and the California Department of Education. The views expressed in this e-mail newsletter do not necessarily represent those of TASK, the U.S. Department of Education, the State of California or any other funding source, nor are they an attempt to aid or hinder the passage of any bill before congress. Advertisements or refernces to trade names, commercial products or organizations do not constitute endorsement by any of the above. |
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