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Boardmaker

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Boardmaker by Mayer Johnson

 

 

A picture is worth a thousand words is a proverb that refers to the idea that complex stories can be described with just a single still image, or that an image may be more influential than a substantial amount of text. It also aptly characterizes the goals of visualization of where large amounts of data must be absorbed quickly. (Wikipedia)

 

What is the use of a book', thought Alice,

'without pictures or conversations?' 

~ Lewis Carroll ~

 

 

Overview

What is Boardmaker? 

Boardmaker by Mayer Johnson consists of three software products.   We will be learning how to use Boardmaker v. 6.  It is a database of graphic picture communication symbols (PCS) that can be searched on the computer. Boardmaker comes with over 4500 picture communication symbols.  These symbols are available in Black/White or Color.  Boardmaker can be used to create interactive boards, design and print communication boards, calendars, visual supports, schedules, lifeskill and curriculum activities. Boardmaker is an extremely versatile tool.  It can be used for general education or for students with special needs. Linda Hodgson says, 'Visual strategies won't fix every problem the students have, but they will provide a valuable framework to support their lives'.

 

Day 4 - Boardmaker

Boardmaker Activities

 

1. Combining Symbols

Combining Pictures.bm2

 

2. Changing Colors in a Symbol

changing colors in an image.bm2

 

3. Symbolate Activity

Starting Out a Seed.doc 

 

New Features in v. 6 - Activities 1 - 9 plus Movable Buttons - please note that you need Boardmaker to open these activities

 1 Resizing.bm2

 2 Alignment and Centering.bm2

 3 Swap.bm2

 4 Shuffle.bm2

 5 Drag and Drop.bm2

 6 Color Tool.bm2

 7 Freeform.bm2

 8 dashed squares.bm2

 9 dashed lines freeform.bm2

 movable buttons.bm2

 

Boardmaker Resources

Below is a collection of resources from a variety of sources.  There is also a link to the Mayer Johnson site where you can download the 30 day free trial of Boardmaker.  It is a large file so it will take some time to download. 

 

Collection of Visual Supports and Boardmaker Resources

This is a collection of Visual Supports and Boardmaker Resources.  Click on the link to download it.

Boardmaker Website Resources.doc

 

Free 30 Day Trial of Boardmaker

Download a Free 30 Day Trial of Boardmaker  by clicking on the link below. 

http://www.mayer-johnson.com/download-bsf.html

 

Tutorials and Demonstrations

1.  Boardmaker v. 6 Tutorials from Mayer Johnson - http://www.mayer-johnson.com/ProductImages/000000_Combos/tutorials_bmfam/tutorials.html

 

2.  Free Online Training at Mayer Johnson website - View a previously recorded archived online session.  Registration is free -

http://www.dynavoxtech.com/training/online/recorded/Default.aspx

 

3.  SET BC Learning Centre has Boardmaker resources for both Mac and Windows.  You can find presentations, demonstrations, tutorials and related resource materials at the Learning Center - http://setbc.org/setbc/communication/communication_bmaker_resources.html

 

Resources

1.  The Boardmaker Idea Book is a great resource to give you ideas and get you started creating materials using Boardmaker - Boardmaker Idea Book.ppt

 

2.  Boardmaker Freebies from Miami Dade Public Schools - Prekindergarten Program - http://prekese.dadeschools.net/BMD/activityspecific.html

 

3.  Boardmaker Ideas - collection of Boardmaker ideas from the Call Centre in the UK -

http://callcentre.education.ed.ac.uk/downloads/quickguides/boardmaker/usingboardmaker.pdf

 

4.  Eau Claire Boardmaker Resources -

http://www.ecasd.k12.wi.us/departments/special_ed/teacher_resources/assistive_technology/software/software_resources/boardmaker.html

 

5.  Fairfax County Public Schools Boardmaker Boards - http://www.fcps.edu/ss/its/howtos/board/bdact.htm

 

6.  Mayer-Johnson Free Downloads - http://www.mayer-johnson.com/Downloads.aspx

 

7.  Montgomery Schools - Teacher Created Materials - http://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/curriculum/pep/teachercreate.html

 

8.  pictureSET on the SET BC website has a large collection of free downloadable boards and print activities - http://www.setbc.org/pictureset/

 

9.  Print and Teach Free Stuff - http://www.printandteach.com/freestuff.html

 

10.  Speaking of Speech - Free Resouces have been developed by Speech Language Pathologists to improve communication skills of students in schools.  The site is an interactive area where materials and lessons are exchanged - http://www.speakingofspeech.com

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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