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If a therapist had Boardmaker they could incorporate the communication boards (made from this software) into the goals for the client. The user could either be a specialist (that provides boards for his or her client(s)), personal use at a home, or at a specialized learning center.

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I do think that people familiar with the premise of the software can deduce how the software could be used to aid in therapy and assessment.ДЄs far as learning activities are concerned, this tool could be utilized in several ways. However, I do know if the purchased version would include a more descriptive objective, broadening the terms for the purpose of its usage. Further, the general terms of вЂbroad rangeвЂ™ is lacking in description of what the software aims to accomplish for the user. The Objective given by the company is that, вЂњthis software covers a broad range of communication and special needs.вЂќ This objective is limiting in that it does not describe ways in which this tool can be utilized and for which populations it is intended. Each helps the user or specialist customize a program that best suites the needs of the user and teacher. There is a training section located on the website that includes options for on-location training, online training and on demand training for individuals or aids. More additional support can be located on the webpage under the tab вЂsupportвЂ™ where there are frequently asked questions and where one could subscribe to the sites RSS feed. The userвЂ™s guide also includes information about system requirements and information on where the user can locate additional support for this product. This can allow for effective management and understanding of the software to make development of boards more maneuverable. This section would be most useful in individualizing the software to best fit the needs of the user. Here, the user can search word categories and modify titles of picture symbols according to the users needs as far as cognition, function, preferences, or goals are concerned. An important chapter, the вЂњsymbol finder sectionвЂќ can be used to adapt pictures and symbols. Instructions include but are not limited to the following: directions on the use of a вЂmouseвЂ™ or other type of adaptive pointing device in which the software is navigated, communication board setup, working with multiple boards, using board templates, color changes to backgrounds symbols, text, pictures, and cells. The userвЂ™s guide is setup in chapters and within each chapter there is a topic overview section that lists the topics discussed in that chapter. Instructions are comprehensive and as concise as possible to illustrate all capabilities of this software. Technical Documentation is not included with the demo version of this software however, a 244 page document of instructions including written step-by-step instructions and onscreen simulated instructions are available online at the Mayer-Johnson website (listed above).

This software can also be used in general education settings.Дocumentation and Supplementary Materials:

This software is designed to help those with communication difficulties or other disabilities to communication or to help supplement the usersвЂ™ communication by using a picture representation index that allows people to expressively communication wants, needs, or ideas. Because this program is flexible in nature it could be utilized in different ways to accomplish many aspects of communication to further enhance by habilitating and rehabilitation those with specials needs as well as use for general education. This program also includes 44 languages, so those learning English as a second language may also benefit from this tool. This software is designed to aid non-verbal or limited verbal communicators however it could be used to assess and treat the following: People with aphasia, autism, cognitive deficits, voice disorders, traumatic brain injury, as well as speech disorders. RAM: 256MB,В Free Hard Drive Space: 350MBД«oardmaker can be used in personal, educational, or therapy settings.

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Windows: 2000 or higher with 512 Mb RAM, 400 Mb Free Disk Space. Software Title: Boardmaker Software Family V6

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