ISAAC Conference Hold the Date - Toronto, August 2016

What:  International Society for Augmentative and Alternative Communication (ISAAC) Conference

Where:  Toronto, Ontario, Canada

When:  Key Dates:

Pre-conference Workshops:
August 6 – 7, 2016

AAC Camp:
August 6 – 7, 2016

Main Conference:
August 8 – 11, 2016

Social Event:
August 9, 2016 (evening)
Research Symposium:
August 12- 13, 2016

 Hashtag:   
#ISAAC2016

 More Info?  Use the link below:   

ISAAC Hold The Date 

Social Scripts for Students with Angelman Syndrome: FREE Webinar!

FREE Webinar - Social Scripts for Students with Angelman Syndrome

Watch This Webinar at the Link Below!

Social Scripts Webinar Video

Clicker 7 - Great New Features!

WHAT:  Clicker 7 is a writing software (version 7, as you might have figured!)  A number of new features are worth mentioning!

WHERE:  For more information, click below:
Clicker 7 Info

Audio Notes:  Now you can add audio note planning into your draft.  Remember that you can prepare a note in the message window of your AAC device, then press record and speak the message.




 




Built In Webs:  Webs for brainstorming can also be built into Clicker 7.  This means that planning and drafting can be integrated for students who are struggling writers. 






SuperKeys:  The wonderful SuperKeys is now integrated with Clicker 7!  This means that students can select a group (ex:  the yellow keys), then that group (i.e., r, t, y, u, f, g, h) enlarges for selection.




Eye Gaze!!  I saved the most exciting feature for last!  All of these wonderful features are now available for individuals who use eye gaze as an access method.  The writing section of the screen is a 'resting place' and they have integrated the 'wobble distance feature' into their eye gaze.  What a great collaboration between Crick Software and Inclusive TLC!

Beginning Literacy Framework Link

What:  The Beginning Literacy Framework is a document created by Karen Erickson, Caroline Musselwhite, and Ruth Ziolkowski at the beginning of the Literacy Starters Project.  The document highlights three types of text:  enrichment, transitional, and conventional. 

Who Is This For:  This document will help teachers, therapists, and parents working with beginning readers of all ages.

Where:  Download the Beginning Literacy Framework below:
Beginning Literacy Framework

Book Creator - Comic Creations!!

What:  The wonderful Book Creator app just got better!!
Now you can create a comic strip right within the app!

AND, Book Creator is sponsoring a Comic Competition.

Enjoy!!

Where:  Comic Competition

Senict Software FREE Musical Slideshows!

What:  This is a selection of more than 30 musical slideshows, including Disney icons (Frozen, Lion King), country and rock stars (Taylor Swift, The Beatles), and holiday favorites (Diwali, Halloween, and Christmas)!

Who:  The Senict Software website was started by Ian Bean, consultant, formerly of Priory Woods and Inclusive Technology.  

Where:  Just go to the link below, click and play for FREE!

Senict Musical Slideshows

How:  Select your access method:
• Switch (note:  space and enter are key equivalents)
• Touch
• Mouse
• Eye Gaze

Video Feedback: AT Now Oregon

What:  Video Feedback handout

Where:  Download below

Video Feedback Handout OR

Abilipad App Tutorial & Smart Chart

Keisha Tipton has made a great tutorial to jumpstart your use of the Abilipad app.  Check out the link below!

Keisha's Abilipad Tutorial

And here is a 'Smart Chart' I made for workshops - hope it's helpful!
Download it below:
Abilipad Smart Chart

Content Instruction: Students WILL Soar on Alternate and CCR Standards

What:  ATIA Conference presentation

Who:  Dr. Karen Erickson & Dr. Caroline Musselwhite

Download below:
Content Instruction Handout