Online Computer Rehab Program

[niccig]

Hi all,

I'm doing a class on Augmentative and Alternative Communication, and I need to critique a commercial computer rehabilitative program. The program does not have to be directly linked with Communication Disorders. Any computer program that TEACHES something will do. I would like something with communication as that is my major.

Does anyone know of an online tutorial that teaches something in the field of communication?

Thanks so much.

Nicci

[vludmilla]

Not communications but what about CogMed http://www.cogmed.com/ (a working memory program)?
or more speech oriented sites...
http://www.laureatelearning.com/
http://www.socialskillbuilder.com/
http://www.animatedspeech.com/
http://www.speechroom.com/

[Gena]

Are you looking for something you can access online, rather than ordering a CD ROM? I think most products will be something you need to order rather than something you can access online. If time/cost is an issue with ordering a CD, you can check if there are any special ed libraries in your area. I've gotten Earobics from our county's SE library and I know they have several other programs.

Super Duper Publications has a series of "HearBuilder" Programs. These are CD ROMS, but they have online demos available for each one:
http://www.superduperinc.com/search/search.aspx
Pick one and then go to "Try it out" to get an interactive sample of the games. I don't know if the demos will have enough material for you to do a full critique, it depends on the requirements of your assignment.

Another option is to look at apps, which are becoming very popular.

Super Duper Pubs has apps for both iPhone/iPad and Android available. Many of them are illustrated/interactive versions of their Fun Decks:
http://www.superduperinc.com/apps/apple.aspx
http://www.superduperinc.com/apps/android.aspx

Mobile Education Store makes wonderful ;anguge/communication learning apps for the iPhone/iPad. We have the iPad versions of most of them and they have helped DS a lot:
http://mobile-educationstore.com/ipad-apps

We have several other language/communication apps too, but the one from Mobile Education are our favorites.

I hope that helps!

[niccig]

Thanks Gena and Victoria.
I'll check in with the professor for more information. He said to evaluate a program that teaches something, and he mentioned we should be able to find 'free' programs. Maybe he means to download a trial version?? What I've been finding are CDs with high cost.

You've given me a great place to start to look for something. I like all the iPad apps and could see purchasing one for $10 and evaluating it. I'll also check the library at campus - I'm pretty sure they'll have something too.

This board is such a great resource on a whole number of topics!