Voice Pen and Voice Software Training
V-Pen training covers every aspect of the Voice Pen and its associate software: Voice Symbol and Voice Ink. The exciting piece of technology allows paper to speak: create your 'sound-enabled' communication boards and learning resources using the patented Voice Software and print using almost any standard colour printer.
Using the V-Pen is simplicity itself and so really needs very little staff training or support. However, staff need to be made aware of the potential of this new technology so that they can make the most of it for the people in their charge. The course covers all aspects of the technology as well as working with the software and resources provided with the V-Pen Pack. Be the first to develop new ways of using the system to enhance your curriculum ... book your training now!
Using the V-Pen is simplicity itself and so really needs very little staff training or support. However, staff need to be made aware of the potential of this new technology so that they can make the most of it for the people in their charge. The course covers all aspects of the technology as well as working with the software and resources provided with the V-Pen Pack. Be the first to develop new ways of using the system to enhance your curriculum ... book your training now!
Description of course
The course begins by outlining and explaining each component of the three V-Packs: the Pen Pack, the AAC Starter Pack, and the Learning Support Pack. Thus, staff will feel comfortable with each of the components of the V-Pen system prior to specific training on their use. V-Pens and components of the packs will be provided such that all staff will have lots of opportunity for hands-on use of the system throughout the day.
A large part of the course will be an in-depth look and explanation of the elements of the software such that all staff attending will be able to build their own communication boards, books, etc. If staff have access to computers they will be provided with hands-on experience in using the software to boost their confidence in its use and such that they will be able to design and build resources for use with the V-Pen from day one.
The course will also cover ideas for the use and implementation of each of the components of the system across all aspects of the curriculum ands with all ages of V-Pen Users from tiny tots to senior citizens..
A large part of the course will be an in-depth look and explanation of the elements of the software such that all staff attending will be able to build their own communication boards, books, etc. If staff have access to computers they will be provided with hands-on experience in using the software to boost their confidence in its use and such that they will be able to design and build resources for use with the V-Pen from day one.
The course will also cover ideas for the use and implementation of each of the components of the system across all aspects of the curriculum ands with all ages of V-Pen Users from tiny tots to senior citizens..
Course Objectives
Course participants will be able to:
- identify each element of the V-Pen Pack;
- identify the components of the AAC Starter Pack;
- identify the components of the Learning Support Pack;
- use the V-Pen with each of the communication boards;
- build and speak sentences;
- spell with the V-Pen;
- utilise memory cells;
- record into memory cells;
- work with V-Pads;
- work with the V-Create system;
- load, understand and build commuication boards using the V-Symbol software;
- load, understand and create learning resources using the Voice Ink sofware;
- produce creative ideas for the implementation of the V-Pen across the curriculum.
- identify each element of the V-Pen Pack;
- identify the components of the AAC Starter Pack;
- identify the components of the Learning Support Pack;
- use the V-Pen with each of the communication boards;
- build and speak sentences;
- spell with the V-Pen;
- utilise memory cells;
- record into memory cells;
- work with V-Pads;
- work with the V-Create system;
- load, understand and build commuication boards using the V-Symbol software;
- load, understand and create learning resources using the Voice Ink sofware;
- produce creative ideas for the implementation of the V-Pen across the curriculum.
What level of ability does the course address?
Any potential V-Pen user with any level of Learning Difficulty. The V-Pen can be used by the very young to the most senior of citizens experiencing a diverse range of disabilities. Indeed, the course may highlight potential candidates for V-Pen use that staff had not previously considered. The only criteria for V-Pen use is the ability to manipulate the pen itself whether directly or via some form of prosthetic adaption.
This course is suitable whether working at any age with children or adults.
It can be tailored to specific client groups.
Skill level of people attending.
People attending this course need not have any previous experience of working with the V-Pen.
Experience with working with learning difficulties is useful but also not essential.
Requirements
It is preferable (though not essential) that all members of the course have access to a laptop or desktop such that they can run the software. This can be two or three members of staff to each machine if required. If no laptops are available, the software can be projected onto the screen and demonstrated with some, more limited, hands on. If computers are to be provided then the training room must have sufficient power sockets to supply the needs of the devices. The V-Software runs directly from a memory stick provided: nothing is installed to the computer. The memory sticks are guaranteed virus free.
All V-Pen equipment will be provided by trainer.
Those attending will have the opportunity to have hands-on experiences with the V-Pen and the V-Software throughout the day.
Booking establishments should ensure that indivuals have access to a computer (desk or laptop - one between two or three will suffice) to run the software (provided). A screen or wall or which to project aspects of the training course materials is also required.
A maximum of 60 people per course is preferable (no minimum).
All V-Pen equipment will be provided by trainer.
Those attending will have the opportunity to have hands-on experiences with the V-Pen and the V-Software throughout the day.
Booking establishments should ensure that indivuals have access to a computer (desk or laptop - one between two or three will suffice) to run the software (provided). A screen or wall or which to project aspects of the training course materials is also required.
A maximum of 60 people per course is preferable (no minimum).
Course outline
Participants should aim to arrive between 8:30 and 9:30 for registration and tea/coffee. The course will commence at 9:30 prompt and the presenter will not delay for late comers. Times below are an approximate guide to the day and may vary considerably. Where the course is closed to outsiders, times may be decided by the booking agency.
At the close of the course at approximately 3:30 pm, participants may leave or stay for further tuition dependng on the requirements of the venue and at the discretion of the course tutor. Additional assistance and support will be given to course attendees by e-mail in the weeks following the course as necessary.
The course will describe and detail the development of resources for use with the V-Pen, and their implementation, as well as demonstrating a variety of ideas for their use in the Special Needs environment. Course participants will be guided through each of the components of the three V-Packs available. By the close of the course at approximately 3:30 pm, participants should have lots of hands-on experience with the V-Pen and its software as well as some good ideas how to build good practice with the use of the V-Pen in their environment.
08:30 Arrivals. registration. Tea and Coffee (until 09:30)
09:30 Introduction to V-Pen. How does it work?
09:45: The three V-Packs: What are the components?
10:30 Break
10:45 Voice Symbol: Building Boards
12:00 Lunch
13:00 Voice Symbol Continued
13:30 Voice Ink: Learning resources
14:30 Implementation Ideas
15:30 Q & A Finish
After the course closes, there may be time for further study (depending on the requirements of the venue and at the discretion of the course tutor) for those that wish to remain. However, this will be purely voluntary and all course attendees are free to leave at the official close of course at 3:30.
At the close of the course at approximately 3:30 pm, participants may leave or stay for further tuition dependng on the requirements of the venue and at the discretion of the course tutor. Additional assistance and support will be given to course attendees by e-mail in the weeks following the course as necessary.
The course will describe and detail the development of resources for use with the V-Pen, and their implementation, as well as demonstrating a variety of ideas for their use in the Special Needs environment. Course participants will be guided through each of the components of the three V-Packs available. By the close of the course at approximately 3:30 pm, participants should have lots of hands-on experience with the V-Pen and its software as well as some good ideas how to build good practice with the use of the V-Pen in their environment.
08:30 Arrivals. registration. Tea and Coffee (until 09:30)
09:30 Introduction to V-Pen. How does it work?
09:45: The three V-Packs: What are the components?
10:30 Break
10:45 Voice Symbol: Building Boards
12:00 Lunch
13:00 Voice Symbol Continued
13:30 Voice Ink: Learning resources
14:30 Implementation Ideas
15:30 Q & A Finish
After the course closes, there may be time for further study (depending on the requirements of the venue and at the discretion of the course tutor) for those that wish to remain. However, this will be purely voluntary and all course attendees are free to leave at the official close of course at 3:30.
What does it cost?
From £499 per day for schools and colleges etc
Establishments wishing to host their own course should contact TalkSense.
A booking form is available for download here.
Please read the Terms and Conditions for all courses here.
Establishments wishing to host their own course should contact TalkSense.
A booking form is available for download here.
Please read the Terms and Conditions for all courses here.