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Compass Software for Access Assessment Koester Performance Research Price: $179.00 Take the guesswork out of access assess- ment with Compass software. Compass provides clear evidence to show you which input device and display settings best meet the user’s needs. Includes eight skill tests for pointing, text entry and switch use.You select the appropriate tests to run, depending on the particular questions to be addressed. Compass then reports the speed and accuracy results for you to evaluate. Learn more at https:// kpronline.com/compass”>kpronline.com/ compass.</a>

mapping, books, Cloze activities, matching activities, and speaking/listening activities.

communication, eye-hand coordination, language development, , Disability: speech Skill Level: preschool, elementary, secondary, adult Operating System: Windows, Mac, iOS (Apple), Android, Chrome, Other Co-VidSpeak is a flexible, open-source, web-based video conferencing tool built for people who can’t speak but still need to emotionally connect with others at a distance.

and remotely, anytime, anywhere on any device. All user data is tracked and saved in our included management system. Perfect for these uncertain times with both in- person and/or distance learning providing continuity when your situation changes. Please visit https://www.conovercompany. com/conover-online/ for more informa- tion. Conquering Cursive Handwriting Software Write-On Handwriting Price: $40.00 - $50.00 Special Skill: communication, early childhood, , Disability: learning Skill Level: preschool, elementary Operating System: Windows, Mac Conquering Cursive software has its own uniquely designed font, software, custom- izable worksheets and paper workbooks for additional practice (left and right hand versions.) This innovative program combines technology with scaffold in- struction, auditory and visual support, and hands-on learning.This four-step process ensures that all children learn proper letter formation.

Clicker Communicator Crick Software, Inc. Price: $199.99 - $200.00 Special Skill: basic living skills,

communication, language development, adapted keyboard/switch access, large print, scanning, speech output, IEP/IPP, instructional management Disability: cognitive, hearing, learning, physical, speech, vision Skill Level: preschool, elementary, secondary, adult Operating System: iOS (Apple), Chrome Clicker Communicator is the child-friendly AAC app that gives a voice to learners with speech and language difficulties. It’s child-friendly, it’s incredibly easy to create your own content, and it’s been designed to support communication within the classroom.There are three versions, one each for SymbolStix, Widgit, and PCS symbols. It is available for the iPad and the Chromebook.The Chromebook version is available as a 3 year subscription.

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Co:Writer Universal Don Johnston, Inc. Price: $60.00

Special Skill: communication, language development, adapted keyboard/switch access, scanning, single switch, speech output, Disability: cognitive, learning, physical Skill Level: elementary, secondary, adult Operating System: Windows, Mac Co:Writer Universal gives students anywhere, anytime access to their favorite writing accommodation. So whether stu- dents are on an iPad, iPhone, Chromebook, or desktop computer, they will have access to their favorite writing tool. Co:Writer features spelling and grammar support with its proprietary FlexSpell technology, and topic-specific dictionaries.

Comprehension Therapy Tactus Therapy Solutions Price: $24.99

Special Skill: cognitive redevelopment, communication, language development, , Disability: cognitive, learning, speech Skill Level: preschool, elementary, secondary, adult Operating System: iOS (Apple), Android Understand what you hear and read with word-level exercises you can customize for severe aphasia, autism, or brain injury. Free trial available.

Clicker Writer Crick Software, Inc. Price: $600.00 - $4500.00

Special Skill: communication, language development, adapted keyboard/switch access, large print, scanning, single switch, multi switch, speech output, Disability: cognitive, hearing, learning, physical, speech, vision Skill Level: preschool, elementary, secondary Operating System: iOS (Apple), Android, Chrome Clicker Writer makes writing fun and accessible through speech feedback, talking spell checker, audio notes and word prediction.Word banks, Sentence Sets and Connect Sets support develop- ing writers and pictures can be added to make finding words easier. Save prep time with LearningGrids and assess students’ progress with Analytics! CNTDesigner Polital Enterprises, LLC Price: $0 Special Skill: , adapted keyboard/switch access, Disability: physical Skill Level: elementary, secondary, adult Operating System: Windows CNTDesigner is a keyboard layout designer. It is designed to work in conjunction with Click-N-Type Version 3.The combination of CNTDesigner and Click-N-Type will give the user freedom to design their own keyboards, controlling size and placement of all keys as well as the overall size of the keyboard.

Conversation Therapy Tactus Therapy Solutions Price: $24.99

Communicator 5 Tobii Dynavox Price: $499.00

Computers at Work Attainment Company, Inc. Price: $169.00

Special Skill: cognitive redevelopment, communication, language development, , Disability: cognitive, learning, speech Skill Level: elementary, secondary, adult Operating System: iOS (Apple), Android Engage in real-life discussions with pictures and questions that get people talking to practice communication strate- gies. Free trial available. Core Communication Workshop CoughDrop, Inc. Price: $0 Special Skill: communication, language development, , Disability: cognitive, learning, speech Skill Level: preschool, elementary, secondary, adult Operating System: Windows, Mac, iOS (Apple), Android, Chrome, Other This FREE online resource provides printables, activities, take-homes, modeling ideas, books, and videos relating to core vocabulary words.The Communication Workshop is available to all users -- teach- ers, therapists, families, and more -- to support language learning and encourage reading and growth.The site is sponsored by CoughDrop AAC.

Special Skill: communication, early childhood, language development, adapted keyboard/switch access, large print, scanning, single switch, multi switch, speech output, telecommunications, Disability: cognitive, learning, physical, speech Skill Level: elementary, secondary, adult Operating System: Windows Communicator 5 is a software package designed to help individuals with com- munication disabilities communicate more efficiently. Communicator 5 converts text and symbols into clear speech, and offers easy-to-use tools for computer access, e-mail, text messaging, telephony, environ- mental control and more. Includes Sono Suite. Free trial available. Community Success Attainment Company, Inc. Price: $99.00 Special Skill: basic living skills, cognitive redevelopment, vocational, adapted keyboard/switch access, scanning, single switch, multi switch, Disability: cognitive, learning Skill Level: elementary, secondary, adult Operating System: Windows, Mac Twenty four community activities are detailed through video modeling, photo-based directions, talking stories and defined appropriate social skills. Activities include going to a movie theater and riding a bus. Scanning access built-in. Also available as iPad app.

Special Skill: basic living skills, cognitive redevelopment, eye-hand coordination, vocational, , Disability: cognitive, learning, physical Skill Level: elementary, secondary, adult Operating System: Windows, Mac Practice order processing and data entry office skills.Three difficulty levels to prog- ress through. Data Entry advances from one field entry to proofing and entering entire account information. Order Process- ing proof or enter billing account, payment method, inventory and shipping method. iPad app also available.

Conover Online The Conover Company Price: $5.00 Special Skill: basic living skills,

communication, language development, vocational, adapted keyboard/switch access, large print, scanning, single switch, speech output, IEP/IPP Disability: cognitive, hearing, learning, physical Skill Level: elementary, secondary, adult Operating System: Windows, Mac, iOS (Apple), Android, Chrome, Other Conover Online is a system for assessing and teaching personal success skills for school, workplace, community and life. The system is comprised of three seperate yet related components:Career Exploration and AssessmentSocial and Emotional Learning (SEL)Life Skills The system is cloud-based, so it is accessible onsite

CoughDrop CoughDrop, Inc. Price: $200.00

Co-VidSpeak CoughDrop, Inc. Price: $8 - $80 Special Skill: basic living skills,

Special Skill: communication, language development, adapted keyboard/switch access, scanning, single switch, multi switch, speech output,

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