Posts by Gerry Kennedy
Weally Wonderful Websites V5.4
Posted in Web links
Gerry Kennedy September 9, 2011
Gerry Kennedy September 9, 2011
The Weally Wonderful Websites document has grown to 58 pages in length. The last two versions (5.0 and 5.2) used yellow, and then blue highlighting to show where new websites were added to assist previous readers to locate new and updated content. Download Weally Wonderful Websites (MS Word docx 2.1 MB) – If you don’t have Microsoft Word, …
Weally Wonderful Websites
Posted in Web links
Gerry Kennedy August 19, 2011
Gerry Kennedy August 19, 2011
Here is the latest version 5 of my Weally Wonderful Websites document. Download Weally Wonderful Websites (MS Word docx 1.9 MB) – If you don’t have Microsoft Word, you can download a free Microsoft Word viewer. It has some updated areas and new sections all denoted with yellow highlighting – as distinct from resources listed in V4.2. I …
MS Word Add-Ins to Engage and Support All Students
Posted in Tools & Resources
Gerry Kennedy June 15, 2011
Gerry Kennedy June 15, 2011
Microsoft Word 2003, 2007 and the current version 2010, has many features that cater to students who require additional learning supports. Some features are in the toolbars or ribbons, but are often not apparent or their use or relevance not evident. Others can be accessed via a mouse or preferred pointing device whilst others can be invoked using …
Universal Access using Keyboards and Typing Tutors
Posted in Tools & Resources
Gerry Kennedy April 7, 2011
Gerry Kennedy April 7, 2011
1. Introduction ‘Typing is the process of inputting text into a device, such as a typewriter, cell phone, computer, or a calculator, by pressing keys on a keyboard. It can be distinguished from other means of input, such as the use of pointing devices like the computer mouse, and text input via speech recognition. The world’s first typist …
Universal Access using eBooks, Readers and Devices
Posted in Tools & Resources
Gerry Kennedy March 22, 2011
Gerry Kennedy March 22, 2011
1. Introduction An electronic book (also e-book, E-book, EBook, eBook, digital book) is a text and image-based publication in digital form produced on, published by, and readable on computers or other digital devices. Sometimes the equivalent of a conventional printed book, e-books can also be born digital. The Oxford Dictionary of English defines the e-book as “an electronic …
Universal Access using Graphics and Drawing Software
Posted in Tools & Resources
Gerry Kennedy March 10, 2011
Gerry Kennedy March 10, 2011
1. Introduction Some students dislike or struggle with writing or typing text. A number of reasons or factors may be involved. They may have previously failed in creating text, have poor spelling, writing or typing skills or they are slow to create text. Some find planning and organising their thoughts challenging. Others discover that the mechanics of hand …
Learning Disability, Dyslexia and Print Difficulties: Inclusive Technology Overview
Posted in Tools & Resources
Gerry Kennedy February 13, 2011
Gerry Kennedy February 13, 2011
Computer software and devices provide solutions for students that have difficulty reading or accessing text, either electronic (computer generated) or as hard copy (printed). New and emerging devices including iPod Touch models, iPads, eBook Readers and even Smart Phones and Mobile Phones provide opportunities for capturing and scanning information and converting it to voice and sound file formats …
Review of TextHelp Read & Write V4 for MAC OS
Posted in Tools & Resources
Gerry Kennedy November 15, 2010
Gerry Kennedy November 15, 2010
Read & Write V4 Gold for MAC OS is designed to provide literacy support for all Apple MAC Users. It is appropriate for students and adult users who are struggling with literacy or who need help with their reading and writing. The various tools can be used by anyone who is typing, creating or gathering text for study, …
Visual Effects and Media Players for Students with Different Abilities
Posted in Tools & Resources
Gerry Kennedy February 26, 2010
Gerry Kennedy February 26, 2010
The Coolest Windows and MAC OS Media Visuals For Your Music Experience (Source: Makeuseof newsletter http://www.makeuseof.com/tag/coolest-windows-media-visuals-music-experience/) We have undoubtedly used Windows Media Player on our MS Windows computers for many years. Often we have most likely also used the exciting visual effects with students who require stimulation or to gain their attention. The MakeUseOf Team have found an …
Universal Access to Text – Literacy Support for ESL Students
Posted in Tools & Resources
Gerry Kennedy February 24, 2010
Gerry Kennedy February 24, 2010
Introduction Some students living or studying in Australia who are blind or are vision impaired may also be enrolled in ESL classes. They might learn English more quickly, confidently and efficiently if their preferred or more proficient language of their parents or careers is also gainfully employed and utilised. Other ESL students may require or need to have …
