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"PECS allows individuals to communicate by using pictures instead of, or in conjunction with, speech. PECS provides a functional outlet of expression for individuals who otherwise have difficulty communicating. It is used to initiate conversation and to communicate wants or needs to another person. It may be used with young children but has also successfully been taught to adults with similar communication needs."

"Parody of Wrecking Ball by Miley Cyrus Performed by Adam Bellow at #FETC 2014"

"The first-of-its-kind Freehand™ from AbleNet provides computer access simply by touching fingers together on a special glove. "

"Educators Guide to the Use of Pinterest in Education"

The Changing Tools of Teaching online magazine

"apps, has become a very valuable tool. With my iPad I can read and fill out a PDF using text-to-speech, read a book with Voice Dream Reader, or map out my ideas with Inspiration Maps."

videos from OETC 14

"t IPAT, one of my jobs is to provide information on AAC devices and apps, and I was having a hard time keeping track of prices, platforms, and features and how they compare to each other and Proloquo2Go. So I decided to create a comparison matrix for myself and others to ferret out the information to help make better AAC choices. All info was obtained from the manufacturers websites and interaction with the apps here in my office."

"Find and use thousands of FREE games, videos, and interactives in all major K-12 subjects and aligned to the Common Core."

"Find the right educational tools for your needs A discovery engine of websites, mobile apps, desktop programs, and electronic products for teaching and learning"

"Boardmaker and other Picture Symbol Resources"

Video from an AT conference conducted by students who use AT

"Schedule Assistant is a multimedia scheduling application for individuals with significant literacy challenges that prohibit the effective use of mainstream text-based scheduling systems. Any number of appointments or events can be entered into the system by recording an audio message and designating the day(s) and time for the message to activate. A relevant digital picture or icon can also be displayed when the message displays. The combination of time-based audio messages and picture cues are ideal for meeting bus schedules, medication reminders, taking work breaks, maintaining classroom schedules or morning routines, and more! Schedule Assistant can be tightly integrated with AbleLink's Pocket Discovery Desktop."

"There are some wonderful AAC resources on the Internet. This listing is some of my favorites."

"SPARCC offers a variety of professional development training sessions, many of which are recorded for later viewing. See below for links to our recorded webinars and other trainings and meetings, by date and by topic."

Assistive Gaming provides information on how people with disabilities can enjoy the latest and greatest games. It's all about how you can play and make accessible games that were not made with accessibility in mind. The editors use assistive technology to access their computer, so they know what they are talking about...