"Assistive technology (AT) is a generic term that includes assistive, adaptive, and rehabilitative devices for people with disabilities and includes the process used in selecting, locating, and using them,"(Wikipedia, 2010,pg. 1).
STAR- Special Technology And Resources
http://www.starmobility.co.nz/
Talking Photo Album
Talking photo albums are great fun!! The album pictured holds 24 4 x 6 inch photos and allows a 10 second recording for each photo. A record button allows you to record the message you want for each page. To listen to these messages all you need to do is push the “arrow” on each page and they will play the message associated with the photo. Talking photo albums come in various sizes (e.g., 24 photos, 36 photos.)
Talking Photo Albums, 4 x 6 inch photos cost approximately $85.00.
How does this photo album increase functional capacity?
- As a conversation starter: Insert photos of the individual engaged in various activities with relevant messages recorded (e.g., activities done at home over the weekend)
As a conversation starter: Insert photos of preferred or favorite activities that can provide a basis for a conversation
To share information about what happened at school: Insert digital photos and messages about school activities
To provide directions for completing a task: Insert photos representing the sequence in which the activity is to be completed; a verbal instruction or cue can be recorded for each photo
Talking photo albums can be used as a great communication aid for individuals who have limited verbal communication skills.
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