Course Level: Introductory.

Course format: e-learning - text and video.

Course runtime: 3 hours 30 minutes.

Description

Grid for iPad Learning Pathway introduces the key features of Grid for iPad software, symbol and text communication, how to edit grid sets and Grid settings. This course also covers key strategies to being an effective AAC communication partner for AAC users. 

This course is perfect for beginners or anyone who wants to refresh their skills in Grid for iPad.

Course outline

Discover Grid for iPad in 5 modules:
1. Beginning with Grid
2. Symbol & Text Communication
3. Symbol & Text AAC Grid Sets
4. Editing
5. Supporting AAC Development

Content disclosure: This course uses examples predominantly from Smartbox Products, other products will be included in a limited format.

Learner outcomes

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

• Be familiar with using the Grid for iPad software interface.

• Understand symbol and text grid sets.

• Be able to edit and personalise grid sets.

• Understand and implement strategies to support AAC development.

Completion requirements: You must complete all course content including reading all text and watching all video content. This course is assessed via a multiple-choice, five-question knowledge check at the end of the course. The pass score is 80%. You can take the knowledge check multiple times.

Instructor Bio

Kerry Vacara | Group Head of Training for Smartbox

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Disclosures 

Financial disclosure: Kerry Vacara is an employee of Smartbox Assistive Technology and receives a salary.

Non-financial disclosure: Kerry Vacara has no relevant non-financial disclosure.