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AAC Evaluation Genie app is an informal diagnostic tool that is intended to assist speech-language pathologists and others with identifying skill areas that relate specifically to the language representation methods commonly found on augmentative communication systems. The purpose of AAC Evaluation Genie is not to identify a particular speech generating device, but rather build a framework for selecting an appropriate augmentative communication device for ongoing evaluation and / or device trial. There are 13 subtests that can be administered with screening options available for each subtest.
Aacorn is a symbol based AAC app which is specifically designed for children. It uses digitised (recorded) real children's voices. Aacorn uses a word prediction tree which presents five logical options of possible 'next' words to help the child formulate his/her message. The child may add his/her own word from the 'category' section if nothing has been predicted or if the predicted words are not suitable. Apple platform is required.
Able2Talk is text based text to speech communication app for the iPad. The user spells the messages using the onscreen keyboard. It offers 63 prestored core words and over 1200 phrases to enhance communication rate. It includes text prediction and auto correction. Typed messages can be emailed through the inbuilt email feature.
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Sounding Board is an application that enables an iPad, iPhone, or iPod touch to be used as a speech generating device. The application uses recorded speech. From one to 20 cells can be programmed on each page, and pages can be linked. A bank of pictures is available for use. The app accepts pictures from a camera. Input methods include direct touch and switching (via an external bluetooth switch).
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APP2Speak is a communication app for the iPad with voice output capabilities. It uses a grid layout with real photos. It offers 80 preset real photos and preset communication pages which can be modified. You may also create your own pages. You may choose a text to speech synthesised voice or record your own voice. You can share your custom pages with other APP2Speak users.
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AssistiveExpress is a text-to-speech communication App for iPad, iPhone and iPod Touch with word prediction. It is direct access only, is designed to produce speech efficiently and is relatively low cost. Three US Acapela synthesised voices are available. Version 3.2 has email, SMS, Facebook and Twitter capabilities.
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FreeSpeech can help anyone with a language impairment to practice and develop grammar skills. May be suitable for a person with special needs such as autism, dyslexia, as well as hearing impairment.
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Avaz Pro is a symbol based text-to-speech app with word and symbol prediction. An on-screen keyboard is available with a spell check function. It includes three graded vocabulary sets which reflect different stages of language development. The user sequences symbols/words to generate a message. Messages may be shared using email, Facebook and Twitter. Vocabulary pages may be printed.
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(Independent Living Centre NSW)
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Blacktown
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Australia
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