This product fits users who:
Understand:
Symbols or pictures (no text), Simple language text, Spoken text
Features:
Age group:
preschool, elementary schoolAdd a review
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Product Strength
Boardmaker Core First Learning, one of the Boardmaker Instructional Solutions, is a free, ready-made curriculum available to those who have an account through Boardmaker Online. (It is also available for those using a 30-day trial of BMO). It is an interactive curriculum that supports language, communication, and literacy development. The program helps individuals learn the meaning, use, and placement of core words on their AAC systems. 36 Core words are introduced in 3 sets, each set containing 12 words. 12 weeks of instruction, complete lesson plans, instructional activities, mini library of 36 books, and supplemental activities are included in each set. Although the program was designed for younger individuals who are beginning communicators, Core First Learning can be used with older individuals who have no previous communication solution. Another strength of Core First Learning is the automatic data collection and built-in accessibility features. Core First Learning was developed using evidence-based strategies and can be implemented at school, during therapy, or at home. Those strategies include: Repetition with variety Predictable instructional routines Differentiated support for writers Core First Learning is a fun and effective way to teach core words. -
Product Weakness
The only weakness of the product is that you must have a paid subscription to Boardmaker Online. -
Minimal skills or abilities required for a person with I/DD to use this product well?
All individuals can use this product well. -
Additional information from the expert
Anyone can trial Core First Learning with their paid subscription to BMO or a free 30-day trail. -
Requires internet access:
Always -
How user friendly is the product?
Very user-friendly -
Professionals that might use this app:
Teacher Speech-Language Pathologist Assistive Technology Professional -
Overall rating:Most useful for:Reviewed on April 03, 2017
by Katy Lernihan who has used this tool.

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