1. Integrating
Simple Voice Output Devices Into The Special Needs Classroom
Diane J. Hall

2. Simple Voice Output Devices
d ON/itch jack for specialty switch

3. Talking Brix D /itch jack for specialty switch Record Single Message
10 second recording length
1.8 inch target area
Clear plastic snap on cover
Built in rechargeable battery
Connectable for Customizable layouts

4. Talking Brix
 Use to label common items in the classroom
Attach word under clear switch cap and attach to common items
to develop sight word recognition / spelling
Use as a signal device for asking for help
Connect several together with voice and PCS to sequence a task
Connect several together with voice for a spelling test
Label with numbers and then attach together in correct order
Label one with text, another with sound and match together
Create a math addition or subtraction equation
Attach photos and names of students in class and use for attendance
Label with words and voice and create simple sentences

5. Little Mac D /itch jack for specialty switch Record Single Message
2 minutes recording length
2 inch target area
Angled base
Red, yellow, blue and green twist off switch tops
External switch jack for specialty switch operation
Toy/Appliance jack with cable

6. External Jacks N/itch jack for specialty switch
External switch jack for specialty switch operation
Toy/Appliance jack with cable

7. Big Mac jack for specialty switch Record Single Message
2 minutes recording length
5 inch target area
Red, yellow, blue and green twist off switch tops
External switch jack for specialty switch operation
Toy/Appliance jack with cable

8. Little /Big Mac Record “hello” for student to voice greeting
     
Record “hello” for student to voice greeting
Record ” I’m here” for student attendance
Attach using strap to handle bars of bike and record the sound of a bicycle bell
Attach to wall next to toilet either using wall mount or velcro and record “ I’m done , all finished”
Record ‘snap’ for playing card game
Record a sound effect or repeated phase in story
Record class attendance to take to office
Record ‘Sit’ or other commands for a dog ( PALS – Pet Access League Society visit at school)
Record “clapping sound” and then activate to give a round of applause at assemblies/or a cheer for a sports team.
Record student’s verbal output to play back to child

9. Little Step by Step Communicator
for specialty switch
Record a series of messages
2 minutes recording length
2 1/2 inch target area
Red, yellow, blue and green twist off switch tops
External switch jack for specialty switch operation
Toy/Appliance jack with cable

10. Big Step by Step Communicator
Record a series of messages
2 minutes recording length
5 inch target area
Red, yellow, blue and green twist off switch tops
External switch jack for specialty switch operation
Toy/Appliance jack with cable

11. Step by Step Communicator
     
Record numbers 1-10 separately to help develop counting skills
Record pages of a short story so student can listen to story independently
Record step by step instructions for a task i.e. morning routine – take off coat, hang it on hook, etc.
Record student names and student can activate to take attendance
Record ‘Knock, Knock jokes’
Record steps of a recipe.
Record a list of daily activities completed at school to send home for student to share with parents
Record the letters of the alphabet
Record ‘Simple Simon Game’ activities
Make a grocery list and attach communicator to shopping cart

12. Little Step by Step Communicator With Levelsd
Record a series of messages
3 different levels for recording
4 minutes recording length
2 1/2 inch target area
Red, yellow, blue and green twist off switch tops
External switch jack for specialty switch operation
Toy/Appliance jack with cable

13. Big Step by Step Communicator With Levels
Record a series of messages
3 different levels for recording
4 minutes recording length
5 inch target area
Red, yellow, blue and green twist off switch tops
External switch jack for specialty switch operation
Toy/Appliance jack with cable

14. Step by Step Communicator with Levels
Record three short stories, one on each level
Record parts of morning circle routine on each level i.e.
Date, Weather Forecast, morning circle song
Record 3 sets of choices for free time activities
Record sound effects for three stories
Record 3 auditory tasks
Record three colours words and items that are of that colour and use interchangeable coloured twist caps- make it a game and encourage student to find the correct matching cap – great for fine motor too!
Record three knock knock jokes
Record three songs – each phrase of song with each click
Record three vocational task steps
Record three gross motor tasks to complete in Gym.

15. Accessories for Communicators
switch
Will fit Little Mac and Step by Step Communicators
Mounting plate -use for attaching to wall
Carrying strap – use to carry communicator

16. Jelly Beamer
A wireless switch brings reliable, immediate switch access without the hassle of cords.
Consists of two parts - transmitter and receiver.
Plug in the receiver into V.O.D and pressing the transmitter will activate the V.O.D
Personal switch can be plugged into the transmitter.

17. iTalk 2 Dual message communicator 2 minutes recording length
N/itch jack for
Dual message communicator
2 minutes recording length
2 1/2 inch target area
Red, yellow, blue and green twist off switch tops
External switch jack for specialty switch operation
Toy/Appliance jack with cable
Clear plastic snap on caps
Clear plastic holder for PCS/photos

18. italk 2 Record “Yes “and “No “ .Use as a Yes/No communication device
     
Record “Yes “and “No “ .Use as a Yes/No communication device
Record colours “green” and “Blue” to learn basic colours using twist off caps
Attach two different battery operated toys or devices to each activation surface
Play Red Light, Green Light game
Record “I like it, Yummy!” and “I didn’t like it – Yucky!” when tasting different foods
Choice making
‘First’ and ‘Then/next activities
Lunch or snack choices
Record “ I liked it – great story “and I did not like it” for feedback of story read.
Sound effects or repeated phrases of a story

19. iTalk 2 With Levels N/ Dual message communicator
4 minutes recording length
3 different levels for recording
2 1/2 inch target area
Red, yellow, blue and green twist off switch tops
External switch jack for specialty switch operation
Toy/Appliance jack with cable
Clear plastic snap on caps
Clear plastic holder for PCS/photos

20. Step by Step Game Play
N/itch jack for
3 different modes – Random, Random Elimination and Choice
Level 1:  Randomization - Randomizes your  message selections.
Level 2:  Random Elimination - Randomizes the selections and once a selection is played, it is eliminated.
Level 3:  Choice - Allows a user to skip through a series of messages to get to the desired message by activating the surface multiple times in a row.
4 minutes recording length
2 1/2 inch target area
Red, yellow, blue and green twist off switch tops
Clear plastic snap on caps
Distinct white colour to distinguish it from regular step by step communicators

21. Game Play Duck, Duck Goose Red Light, Green Light Simon Says
     
Duck, Duck Goose
Red Light, Green Light
Simon Says 
Whose turn is it next?
Scavenger Hunt Clues
Record numbers 1-6 and use as a dice
Bingo Games related to curricular themes
What’s The Time, Mr Wolf?
Mother, May I? (Use two game plays for request and answer)
 Red Rover

22. Fly swatting N/ Avoid Fly swatting
Is the student just hitting the device?
Is it a passive action ?
Does the student understand?
Assess level of understanding
Children learn when they are engaged
Make it meaningful

23. Activating Device Device can be activated by any body part
Turn the device over for easier access
Attach switch to device
Attach symbols ,photos, colour and textures using snap on covers
Do not focus on ‘hit the switch’ but the action ‘ play the music’

24. Tap Speak Button App
Unlimited phrase recording length/Unlimited number of single messages
Select from a number of geometric symbols and colours
Switch accessible app 



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25. Tap Speak Button Plus App
Unlimited phrase recording length/Unlimited number of single messages
Select from a number of geometric symbols and colours and Pixon graphics
Use your own photographs or drawings
Optional button border
Switch accessible app

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27. Tap Speak Sequence App Tap Speak Sequence Plus APP
Unlimited phrase recording length/Unlimited number of sequential messages
Select from a number of geometric symbols and colours and Pixon graphics
Use your own photographs or drawings
Switch accessible app.
The only difference between The Plus version is that it comes with Pixon graphics.
  



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29. First Then App First Then app is a visual scheduling app
Use your own photos or stock images
Record your own voice to the images
Create as many schedules as you need
Checklist feature
Three visual modes – Full, split and list mode

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31. Ipad Switch Interfaces

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RJ Cooper Switch Interface
Pretorian APPlicator Switch Interface
Ablenet Blue 2 Switch Interface

32. The Wiz
It is a set of ready to go printable activities for your special education classroom using their products.
The Wiz is an online resource from Ablenet
You can search using grade level, skills you would like to address and products you would like to use e.g. communication devices (VOD)

33. Resource Links Ablenet Enabling Devices Inclusive Technology
AbleNet offers a complete line of products and services for persons with disabilities including aac apps , assistive technology, switches, simple voice output devices ,mounts, environmental controls etc.
Enabling Devices
Assistive technology devices used in education and at home, including simple voice output devices.
Inclusive Technology
Inclusive Technology is a major educational supplier of assistive technology products including a range of simple voice output devices.
Tap Speak Button
Tap Speak Button Plus
Tap Speak Sequence
Tap Speak Sequence Plus
Switch Accessible Apps and Switch Interfaces
The Wiz
Diane J. Hall -Resource Teacher/Assistive Technology