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AMDi
HH01515A.gif (970 bytes)Download Templates for Use with Boardmaker 
All templates are available in Windows and Macintosh format.   Windows templates include both BoardmakerTM Version 1.x and BoardmakerTM with Speaking
Dynamically Pro Version 5.x.  BoardmakerTM Version 1.x has file extension (.bkr) and BoardmakerTM with Speaking Dynamically Pro Version 5.x has extension (.bm2)

IntelliTools, Inc.
HH01515A.gif (970 bytes)Software and IntelliKeys Overviews - This handout provides a quick reference to the features and functions of IntelliKeys, IntelliTalk II, IntelliMathics and IntelliPics Studio. This is not meant to replace the extensive hands-on tutorials that ship with each tool. This handout is a quick guide for teachers and trainers to better understand some of the special features and actions that provide the architecture of the tools.
HH01515A.gif (970 bytes)Software System Requirements
HH01515A.gif (970 bytes)IntelliKeys Classic and System Requirements
HH01515A.gif (970 bytes)IntelliPics Studio Down-Loadable Images

SoftTouch
HH01515A.gif (970 bytes)Academic Activities Chart
HH01515A.gif (970 bytes)Access Options Chart
HH01515A.gif (970 bytes)SoftTouch Teaching - Newsletters

AbleNet, Inc.
HH01515A.gif (970 bytes)Some Great Ideas
Spark your creativity! Whether you're a seasoned teacher or fresh to the field, new ideas can create excitement in the classroom. AbleNet has lots of suggestions to help inspire you and make your job easier. It's all on our Web site - the latest industry trends and practices, timesaving tips, creative applications for using technology in the classroom and innovative inclusion ideas. Take a moment to see how you can make the most of your time with students.

Web Links
HH01515A.gif (970 bytes)Florida ATEN Network
ATEN'S mission is to assist in the enhancement of student outcomes through provision of information, training, and technical support in the area of Assistive Technology.

HH01515A.gif (970 bytes)FDLRS
The Florida Diagnostic and Learning Resources System is a network of 19 Associate and 4 Specialized Centers in Florida which provides support services to educators, parents, and other professionals who work with exceptional students.

HH01515A.gif (970 bytes)The ArcLink
Now individuals and families seeking resources and advice on home and community-based services can find detailed information on service providers within this Web site. The ArcLink's goal is to provide an open forum that empowers individuals to make sound choices based on accurate, up-to-date information.

HH01515A.gif (970 bytes)AbilityHub
Assistive Technology for people with a disability who find operating a computer difficult, maybe even impossible. This web site will direct you to adaptive equipment and alternative methods available for accessing computers.

HH01515A.gif (970 bytes)IntelliTools Activity Exchange Site
This site contains over 300 free downloadable activities designed by teachers and therapists for use with the IntelliTools line of products.

HH01515A.gif (970 bytes)Microsoft Accessibility Site
The site provides information about accessible technology to help improve the lives of people with disabilities by making computers a positive force in employment, education, and recreation. The information on this site benefits people with disabilities and their friends and family members, people in outreach organizations, educators, and advocates.  Some topics included in the site are the following:
Windows 98: Staring and Using the Accessibility Wizard 
Windows 98: Using Your Settings an a Computer Others Also Use
Windows 2000 Accessibility Features

HH01515A.gif (970 bytes)ACC Intervention
Tap into the creativity of Julie Maro and Caroline Musselwhite. Lots of great ideas on AAC and Creating Literature-based Communication Boards. Go to Tips, Tricks and Cheat Sheets for step-by-step instructions for Creating Theme Dictionaries for Co:Writer, the grammar-smart word coach that builds better sentences

HH01515A.gif (970 bytes)The Daynavox Page Exchange
The site is set up so that anyone can download ready made pages for DynaVox and DynaMite Devices. In addition to sparking creative ideas, these pages can be used "as is" or can be customized for each individual user. This is much quicker than "reinventing the wheel" each time you need a board. The site also has specific instructions for connecting a dedicated DynaVox device to a computer for little to no expense.

HH01515A.gif (970 bytes)LD Resources
A site developed by Richard Wanderman... This site contains resources for people with learning disabilities.

HH01515A.gif (970 bytes)Resource Materials & Technology Center D/HH
A site developed by this specialized FDLRS center serving teachers of D/HH students

HH01515A.gif (970 bytes)Adaptive Technology @ RehabTool.com
offering leading edge assistive technology solutions and services.

HH01515A.gif (970 bytes)Georgia Assistive Tech Program
This web site links to freeware/shareware and demos. Some interesting ideas. This comes from the Georgia Assistive Tech program. Nice web page and programs!

HH01515A.gif (970 bytes)Closing the Gap
Computers are tools that can provide solutions to many problems facing people with disabilities today. Closing The Gap, Inc. is an organization that focuses on computer technology for people with special needs through its bi-monthly newspaper, annual international conference and extensive web site. Published six times a year, the Closing The Gap newspaper highlights hardware and software products appropriate for people with special needs, and explains how this technology is being implemented in education, rehabilitation, and vocational settings around the world.