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Reaching Students with Disabilities through Technology The // __ ** DynaVox ** __ // is a successful communication device that makes it possible for special-needs students to communicate and express themselves. The device is a communication solution for students who cannot speak or have difficulty doing so. It especially benefits students with disabilities such as Autism and Cerebral Palsy.

[|DynaVox Information] [|DynaVox Autism Success Story and Demonstration of Use] [|DynaVox Cerebral Palsy Success Story and Demonstration of Use] [|Demonstration of a Child Successfully Using DynaVox for the first time] [|Demonstration of Child using DynaVox to talk about his games] [|DynaVox Set-up Wizard]


 * __ Tips for Integrating DynaVox in the Classroom __**
 * Slowly Introduce the DynaVox explaining and demonstrating one task at a time.
 * Explain what it is used for and how it will be helpful.
 * Demonstrate tasks to small groups and individuals.
 * The device should be used daily so that students can get used to it. Once students realize that they have the ability to use the DynaVox, they won't know what they did without it.
 * Student's pictures, birth date, interests and hobbies can be uploaded on the DynaVox and they can express themselves and answer questions by selecting the appropriate boxes.
 * Daily activities and assignments can be read out load to the student.
 * Students can communicate whether they understand something, forgot something, or need something.
 * Students can also communicate by selecting simple words like what, how, look, sorry, etc.
 * The DynaVox can be used in conjunction with lesson plans, books, and different activities.
 * The DynaVox comes equipped with a white board for drawing and writing.

__ ** Additional Resources and Demonstrations on Helpful Technology in the Classroom ** __
[|Technology for students with Cerebral Palsy and Limb disorders] [|Additional Text Speak and other Interesting devices to assist with expression and communication] [|Read: OutLoud for assistance in Reading Comprehension] [|Cochlear Implants for the Deaf] [|Cochlear Informational Demonstration] [|Cochlear Classroom Demonstration] [|Reading Rockets: for multiple learning disorders] [|Integrating Text-to-Speech software]

__** Other Resources **__
[|Financial Assistance for Technology] [|DynaVox Funding]