A software program designed to support learning and decision making for different everyday scenarios. Users complete everyday scenarios include washing, ordering food and going to the supermarket. The “24 hours a day” theme provides a framework for many daily living activities involving decision making. It enables the users to see themselves in each situation or to help their chosen character through daily tasks. Interaction is enabled through a wide range of support, including Widgit Symbols (formerly known as Rebus Symbols), Makaton sign language and Signalong signing.
General Details
Installation
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Windows Windows 98, ME, 2000, XP, Mac OS X
Extra product information
ACCESS: Switch, mouse or touchscreen
FEATURES: Lifeskills features a number of Activities:
Select a character, then choose which times of the day you wish to explore - getting up in the morning, going out during the day, staying in or going out at night, and going to bed.
Cues and feedback are provided as text, symbols (Rebus) and sign (Makaton or Signalong UK) on the screen, plus speech output.
The user can move through the day in one of three modes:
- Animation requires minimal input from the user to move through the daily activities.
- Identification requires the user to select the item requested.
- Exploration allows the user to click on any item as they move through the rooms.
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Activities: Select a character, then choose which times of the day you wish to explore - getting up in the morning, going out during the day, staying in or going out at night, going to bed.
Modes
- Animation requires minimal input from the user to move through the
daily activities.
- Identification requires the user to select the item requested
- Exploration allows the user to click on any item as they move through
the rooms.
Access: Switch, mouse, touchscreen.
Cues and feedback are provided as text, symbols (Rebus) and sign (Makaton or Signalong UK) on the screen, plus speech output.
Age Range: Designed for adults with moderate learning disabilities. May also be useful for teenagers.
System: MAC/WIN CD. For use with WIN 95, 98, NT, ME.
Manufacturer/Country
Inclusive Technologies, UK
Maintenance
Refer to the supplier and manufacturer manual for maintenance instructions and safety warnings.
Models / Specifications
Model Lifeskills: 24 Hours a Day - 5 User Pack: Install on 5 computers
Model Lifeskills: 24 Hours a Day - Network Licence: Used on a series of computers across 1 site (e.g. a school)
Model Lifeskills: 24 Hours a Day Single User Licence: install on 1 computer only
Features
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Standard Features Included
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Access method:
- Direct selection
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Level of Customisation:
- limited customisation
Set Up or Installation
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Installation:
- Internet download
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Purchase Options:
- multiple user
- single user
- subscription
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Operation:
- online
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Operating system(s) :
- Windows
Suppliers (1)
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All Suppliers
Spectronics Australia (Rochedale , Underwood)
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QLD Suppliers
Spectronics Australia (Rochedale , Underwood)
| Supplier Code | Price & Price Notes | Hire? | Repair? | Availability |
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| 0.0 - 0.0 | unknown | unknown |
Standards
Some assistive technology needs to meet Australian or other standards. Standards may relate to materials, manufacturing, and installation. Products that meet Australian or international standards will have written certification. To find out if a product meets Australian Standards ask the supplier to show you the certificate. For more information about standards see http://www.ilcaustralia.org.au/Using_Assistive_Technology/standards_regulation
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