Intro to Proloquo2Go

Overview

• Presenter: Rebecca Hoffman from the Assistive Technology Center, Little Tennessee Valley Educational Cooperative.
• Proloquo2Go: An AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication) app for iOS (Apple devices).
  • Over 25,000 built-in buttons
  • More than 100 text-to-speech natural-sounding voices
  • Used by individuals with autism, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, etc.
  • Goes on sale 50% off twice a year (April and October)

Objectives of the Presentation

1. Introduction to the basics.
2. Learn how to create a user.
3. Orientation to the screen.
4. Add, move, customize buttons.
5. Create an activity folder.
6. Discuss new features in Proloquo2Go.

Setting Up a User

• First Time Setup: Startup wizard appears; otherwise, add a user manually.
• Voice Selection: Test and choose preferred voice, possibly multiple voices.
• Vocabulary: Use 'Crescendo' (core-based) or optional 'Gateway'.
• Vocabulary Levels: Start with 'Intermediate Core' for language growth.
• Grid Size: Adjust based on user's ability to see/access buttons easily.

Core Vocabulary

• Core Words: Make up about 80% of communication, stay consistent for motor memory and faster communication.
• Fringe Vocabulary: Activity-specific words.

Screen Layout

• Message Bar: For constructing messages to be spoken.
• Top Menu: Displays current page and navigation.
• Home Button: Quickly return to the home page.
• Messages & Tools: Options to send, save, and manage messages.

Tools and Options

• Tool Pop-up: Provides options like copy, clear, add, search, typing, recents.
• Volume and Explore Options: Adjust volume and explore vocabulary.
• Edit and Options Buttons: Customize buttons and folder settings.

Options Menu

1. Help: Access video tutorials and guides.
2. User Management: Switch between different user profiles.
3. Appearance: Customize message window, toolbars, button, and symbol appearances.
4. Vocabulary & Progressive Language: Adjust vocabulary levels and use progressive steps for language learning.
5. Speech and Language: Change voice, speech rate, and pitch.
6. Grammar Support: Enables grammar pop-ups for verb conjugations.
7. Access Methods: Configure touch, switch access, and interaction settings.
8. Services and Backup: Set up backup methods for saving data.

Editing and Customizing

• Edit Mode: Allows moving, creating, and deleting buttons/folders.
• Templates and Folders: Utilize templates to maintain core vocabulary consistency.
• Creating Buttons/Folders: Add, link, and customize new folders and buttons.

New Features

• Split Screen: Use multiple apps simultaneously, useful for teletherapy or distance learning.

Contact Information

• Rebecca Hoffman: Email at [email protected] for questions or assistance.

Tips

• Utilize the PDF and video resources for further guidance.
• Practice and familiarize yourself with the app's features and tools.