Clicker 6

Clicker word prediction


About: 

Clicker 6 is a customizable word processor that incorporates multi-media, including pictures, movies, voice recordings, word prediction and more.  Here is some basic information on this tool:

  • Generic name:  Multi-media, customizable word processor
  • Description of the software:  This is an accessible picture-supported talking word processor with word prediction and customizable word banks.  At its most basic, this software is a talking word processor.  In order to increase support, you can add in word prediction, picture-supported word prediction, custom word banks, and more.  Students can demonstrate their knowledge by typing, recording their voice, taking pictures, drawing pictures, making a book, etc...  
  • Assistive technology domains that the software addresses:   Mechanics of Writing, Spelling, Composing Written Material, Reading - Decoding, Computer Access
  • What does the software look like:  Clicker 6 can do many different things and be customized to look many different ways.  Here are some examples:
   Clicker word bank  Clicker book  Clicker paint
 
If you have questions about this resource, just ask Rachel Kuberry.  
 

 
 

Handouts:

  • Clicker 6 Quick Guide Handout :  This is a quick overview of the software
  • Clicker 6 Detailed Overview :  This provides a more detailed overview of the software, including some information about toolbars and the variety of uses of the software
  • For additional detailed handouts and trainings, click here to go to the webpage for the district-wide Clicker training held in 2012.
 
 

Videos:

Overview:  This is an overview of the software Clicker 6.  It shows you a variety of features of Clicker, including the talking word processor, word prediction, word banks, and sentence building support. 
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Customizing the voice settings:  This videos shows how to customize the voice settings, including choosing a voice, changing the pace of the voice, and changing what the voice will automatically read.   
 
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