All About Switches
Do you have a student who needs to use a switch for access? Do you have a student that needs to progress from cause and effect to scanning? This course is designed to explain what a switch is, how it is used and to identify software that can support your switch user for use on their level and how they progress to the next.
- Switches and Switch Interfaces
- Switch Software
- Switches and iPads
- Creating or Buying your Own Switch
- Powerlink
- Free Switch Progression Road Map Downloadable Book (From Inclusive TLC)
- 10 Rules for Switch Use (TalkSense)
Lesson 1: Switches and Switch Interfaces
A Switch Interface is a device that connect the switch to the device. Most devices (unless specifically design for those with disabilities) do not have a port to connect a switch and so switch interfaces fill that gap. They can also be used as control centers for functions. For example: a computer switch interface will allow different mouse functions to be controlled through different switches. Various switches and switch interfaces can be borrowed for 2-3 weeks from the T.A.S.C. lending library.
- Switches and Switch Interfaces
- List of Switch and Switch Interface Vendors
- Switch Selection Guide for Ablenet
- Microsoft Word Switch and Switch Interface Resources
Lesson 2: Switch Software
We are getting closer every day to having all programs be switch-accessible, but unfortunately, we still have quite a ways to go. Below are listed a very programs that are switch accessible. If you have any programs you would like to add please mention it in the comments below!
- Here is a list of Switch Accessible Programs
- On Screen Keyboards
- When using a switch on a computer, you will need an on-screen keyboard for typing. Here is how to access the built-in keyboards on both Windows and Macs:
Lesson 3: Switches & iPads
iPad switch interfaces can be borrowed for 2-3 weeks from T.A.S.C. Lending Library.
Buying:
AT We Love- Powerlink Webinar taught by Laura Schertz, MS, OTR/L, T.A.S.C. (Recorded 02/20/2013)
