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Introductions About the presenter: Angela Cheung Calgary, AB UBC Alumni Elementary Classroom Teacher, 3 years experience acheung@setbc.org Please visit the aftershare website: http://learningnetwork.setbc.org/angelacheung/ Please tell me about yourself

Goals for Today: Gain a basic understanding of how Clicker 6 can be used to support students with diverse learning needs. Gain practical experience in using Clicker 6 to modify or adapt curriculum content for students.

Overview of Today Introduction Quick Start Menu Clicker Document Word Predictor, Pictures User Preferences  Make and Download CurriculumSET and Learning Grids Resources Introduction to Clicker 6 Explore Clicker Word Processor Adjusting User Preferences for picture support (if needed) and investigating libraries Adding larger picture to a page (4 ways: camera, paint, search, paint over a picture) Save a DOCUMENT and where it lands (Shared Files) Quick as a flash - back to Quick start screen Make a Book - save Clickerset Where do I get premade activities : Learning grids Make a Clicker Set Quick Grid Wizards Resources

What is Clicker 6? Literacy Support Tool Features Include: User Friendly Interface Quick Start menu Talking word processor Word prediction Illustration and paint tools Access to Clicker Sets and Templates

Quick Start Menu Easy Student Access User Selection Start writing Make a book Recent files and favorites Templates and wizards Files Tab The Quick Start Menu allows for independent student access to the most frequently used parts of the program. Feel free to explore. If you get lost remember to follow the red lightening bolt to return to the Quick Start Menu

Talking Word Processor Text to speech provides verbal feedback on a student’s writing. Encourages use of punctuation. Facilitates self-correction. Let’s Try It…

Tool Bar Quick Start Menu Add picture Word Predictor

Word Prediction Predictor suggests words using contextual as well as spelling clues Can be customized to match student need Let’s Try It…

Adding a Picture Tools integrated into the writer Independent access photos, clip art paint tools web cam for students to illustrate their work

Add a picture from computer Click on the Picture button Select the folder icon Select saved photo or use one from the picture libraries

Clicker Paint You can draw your picture to insert directly into your document Click on the Picture Button Click on paintbrush tool You can also use the paint tool to draw on top of other pictures

Use the Webcam to Insert an instant picture You can also add your image directly if your computer has a webcam Click on Picture Button Click on Webcam The last option lets you take a photo from your webcam and insert it instantly into the document. You can also use the clicker paint tool to draw on your photo. You can also use the paint tool to customize it!

How do I set up Clicker 6 for a student? Adjusting User Preferences Customize it to the needs of your student Document Speech Media Clicker Set Predictor Look and Feel Export User Options User Access- many accessibility options User Preferences Video

Picture Support while Writing You can set up to have instant pictures appear with your text as you type This is how you can check to see which picture library(s) you have installed in your computer. You can also change the library priority. That is, which library you wish to take precedence over the others. You can also choose where you would like pictures to appear. Options > User Preferences > Media Choose Instant Picture Options

Word Prediction Prediction Level Modify word lengths and # of words predicted Predictor Keys Short cut keys You are able to change the predictor level. When you select predictor level 1, the word predictor will give you words with less letters and less words to choose from. The font size also becomes larger. The next word is not predicted. When you select predictor level 4, the word predictor will give you more words and words with more letters. The font size becomes smaller. The next word is predicted. For Predictor keys, you have the option to use the number keys, numeric keypad or ALT + a number key to select predicted words.

Clicker Sets Support writing across the curriculum with quick access words, phrases and pictures. Support comprehension. Can support learners of all abilities.

Quick Grid Wizards Select Maker a Clicker Set > Quick Grid Wizards Quick and Easy Create custom Clicker Sets Picture Banks Sentence Building Word Banks *Remember to follow the red lightning bolt Clicker 6 Quick Grid Wizards allow for easy creation of customized grids to support students. Overview of wizards and demonstration of a few of the most used ones (picture banks, word banks, sentence building) Let’s Try It… Follow along as we create a few together.

Make and Take Where can I get pre-made lessons and activities? Crick Learning Grids Curriculum Set

Crick learning Grids Free, ready made Clicker Sets in a wide variety of curriculum topics. Search by curriculum area, keyword, or age Activities can be edited once downloaded. More of a USA focus

Curriculum SET Downloadable Clicker Grid Sets covering a wide variety of B.C. curriculum areas. Search by curriculum area, grade level, or keyword. Activities can be edited once downloaded. https://w3.setbc.org/students/ Pages/CurriculumSET.aspx Tip: Save files in Clicker 6 folder Open through clicker 6

Resources https://www.setbc.org/2013/12/ clicker-6-resources-2013/

Training Resources: SET-BC Learning Centre Tutorials Video Demonstrations http://www.setbc.org/2013/12/clicker-6- resources-2013/ Crick Website 90 Second Training http://www.cricksoft.com/us/training/cli cker-6-training/90-second-videos.aspx