Classroom Speakers : October 25, 2012

During class on October 25, 2012, we were pleased to have two guest speakers that presented two different Assistive Technology devices that help toddlers, students, and the elderly with communicating. The first speaker was Michelle Preslar from DynaVox. DynaVox is the leading provider of communication solutions designed to help students with speech and language challenges. Ms. Preslar allowed each of my classmates an opportunity to play with some of the devices as if we had a communication disability. Each DynaVox products support students who are unable to speak due to autism, cerebral palsy, intellectual disabilities, tramatic brain injury and apraxia. The devices that were around the room were very durable and some were lightweight. There was one DyanVox that was heavy and would be used for a student that would be in a wheelchair. If you would like more information on the DyanVox products, you can call 1-866-DYAVOX for more information regarding each product.

DynaVox V+

DynaVox Maestro 

The second speaker was Juliet Schuelke from Tobii Solutions. Tobii Solutions makes products that are eye controlled. Ms. Schuelke passed around the Tobii S32 Touch and Scan device. This device plays recorded messages, sounds, and is activated by touch or scanning. Courtney and I had the opportunity to try out the portable eye control device that was set up in the classroom. This device was completely controlled by sight. I had so much fun trying out the product for my classmates. Below is a picture of Courtney trying out the device.